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Daniel Donahue

Daniel Donahue

American businessman

For the American politician, see Dan Donahue.

Daniel J. Donahue (April 23, 1923 – March 20, 2015) was an American businessman who was the owner and president of the Atlanta Braves Major League Baseball club from 1973 until 1975.[1]

Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, Donahue was a graduate of Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire, and then served with the United States Navy during World War II. Following his service, he received his law degree and was a venture capitalist involved in many aspects of the business world.[1]

In 1976, Donahue sold the franchise to millionaire tycoon Ted Turner.[1]

Donahue died in 2015 in Barrington, Illinois, at the age of 91.[1]

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  1. [1]
    "Daniel J. Donahue". Chicago Suburban Daily Herald – via Legacy.com.
  2. [2]
    "Richard K. Donahue, of Lowell, top JFK aide". Boston Herald. 17 September 2015. Retrieved 27 May 2022.
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