John W. Galbreath Rank
About John W. Galbreath
This farmboy embodied determination and hard work as he rose to become the owner of the Pittsburgh Pirates baseball team.
Early Life
John Galbreath was born on a farm in Derby, Ohio. He worked as a farmhand to pay his school fees while at Ohio University. He was so poor that he would sometimes work in exchange for food.
Career
By 1922, Galbreath owned his company where he helped companies manage their real estate. Hit hard by the Great Depression, however, his company survived and thrived because he helped dispose of a lot of foreclosed properties.
He became the majority owner of the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1950; and under his leadership, the team won three World Series Championships.
Galbreath also operated Darby Dan Farms, where he bred and trained thoroughbred horses, training both a Kentucky Derby winner and an Epsom Derby winner.
A businessman extraordinary, Galbreath was awarded the American Academy of Achievement Award in 1961 and the Columbus Award in 1964.
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F.A.Q. about John W. Galbreath
When is his birthday?
John W. Galbreath's birthday is on August 10, 1897.
In how many days is his birthday?
John's birthday is in 256 days
How old was John when he died?
He was 90 years old.
When did he die?
He died in July 20, 1988.
How old would he be today?
John W. Galbreath would be 126 years old if he was alive today.
Where was John from?
He was born in Derby, Ohio, U.S..