Leonard F. Woodcock Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
LEONARD F. WOODCOCK
Born: February 15, 1911 in Providence, Rhode Island
Died: January 16, 2001 in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Leonard F. Woodcock was born on February 15, 1911, in Providence, Rhode Island, USA. He emerged as a prominent figure in American labor leadership and diplomacy, best known for his tenure as president of the United Auto Workers (UAW) and his subsequent diplomatic endeavors.
Woodcock joined the UAW in 1933, serving in various capacities and demonstrating a profound commitment to workers' rights. His rise in the union hierarchy was marked by a dedication to improving labor conditions and a skilled approach to negotiation. In 1970, after serving under Walter Reuther, he assumed the role of president of the UAW, a position he held until his retirement from the union in 1977. Under his leadership, the UAW negotiated landmark contracts that significantly improved the wages and working conditions for auto workers, strengthening the union's role within the American labor movement.
Beyond labor leadership, Woodcock's career took a significant turn in 1977 when President Jimmy Carter appointed him as the U.S. Ambassador to the People's Republic of China. He had played a crucial informal role in the groundbreaking diplomatic negotiations that led to the normalization of relations between the U.S. and China, leveraging his union leadership skills in the international diplomatic arena. His tenure as ambassador, from 1979 to 1981, was marked by efforts to solidify this bilateral relationship. After his ambassadorship, Woodcock continued to serve in various public and private roles, often advising on matters related to labor and international relations.
Woodcock joined the UAW in 1933, serving in various capacities and demonstrating a profound commitment to workers' rights. His rise in the union hierarchy was marked by a dedication to improving labor conditions and a skilled approach to negotiation. In 1970, after serving under Walter Reuther, he assumed the role of president of the UAW, a position he held until his retirement from the union in 1977. Under his leadership, the UAW negotiated landmark contracts that significantly improved the wages and working conditions for auto workers, strengthening the union's role within the American labor movement.
Beyond labor leadership, Woodcock's career took a significant turn in 1977 when President Jimmy Carter appointed him as the U.S. Ambassador to the People's Republic of China. He had played a crucial informal role in the groundbreaking diplomatic negotiations that led to the normalization of relations between the U.S. and China, leveraging his union leadership skills in the international diplomatic arena. His tenure as ambassador, from 1979 to 1981, was marked by efforts to solidify this bilateral relationship. After his ambassadorship, Woodcock continued to serve in various public and private roles, often advising on matters related to labor and international relations.
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LEONARD F. WOODCOCK - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 207264Index card signed in black ink by Leonard Woodcock, who was President of the United Auto Workers from 1970 to 1977 and served as America's first Ambassador to the People's Republic of China. Pencil name on verso.Sale Price $85.00
$100.00
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LEONARD F. WOODCOCK - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 271251Photograph inscribed and signed by Leonard Woodcock, reading "Best wishes,/April/from/Leonard/Woodcock". Woodcock, known as "The Great Negotiator", was President of the United Auto Workers and served as America's first Ambassador to China.
Price: $90.00
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LEONARD F. WOODCOCK - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 207263Photograph of Leonard Woodcock, wearing a suit and tie. Photograph signed "With best wishes, Leonard Woodcock". Woodcock served as President of the United Auto Workers and was America's first Ambassador to the People's Republic of China.
Price: $90.00
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LEONARD F. WOODCOCK - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 03/29/1976 - HFSID 207265Typed letter signed by Leonard Woodcock, expressing regret for not being able to respond to a previous letter. Dated March 29, 1976, it is addressed to Mr. Jake L. Pruett and mentions schedule pressures. Woodcock was President of the United Auto Workers.
Price: $100.00
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LEONARD F. WOODCOCK - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 09/12/1972 - HFSID 207266Typed letter signed by Leonard Woodcock, expressing best wishes and including his autograph for a classroom. Dated September 12, 1972, and addressed to Mr. J. L. Pruett in Clute, Texas, it highlights Woodcock's role as President of the United Auto Workers.
Price: $100.00
