Dean Yorgey papers, 1977-1984.

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Dean Yorgey papers, 1977-1984.

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The collection, whose dates span from 1977 to 1984, contains office files, including correspondence, newsletters, and legal documents produced and/or collected by Dean Yorgey during his appeal process. Much of the correspondence is between Yorgey and his attorneys regarding his case. This collection is useful when researching government policies regarding strikes or the appeal process of someone who has lost his job.

1 box (0.4 linear ft.)

University of Texas at Arlington, Central Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 8118784

University of Texas at Arlington, Central Library

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Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization (Washington, D.C.)

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The Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization (PATCO) was organized in 1968 to represent the interests of air traffic controllers. The organization dissolved amid the controversial air traffic controllers strike in 1981. From the description of Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization records, 1968-1982. (Georgia State University). WorldCat record id: 38477565 ...

Yorgey, Dean, 1947-.

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In August 1981 the members of PATCO went on strike for numerous reasons. The Reagan administration, in response, issued more than 11,000 letters of termination to anyone affiliated with the union who was involved in the strike. Dean Yorgey, an air traffic controller born in 1947, was terminated due to his involvement, though he claimed that he did not participate. Yorgey alleged that he was coerced and threatened with physical violence if he did not cooperate. Like many other air traffic control...