Robert Sampson
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Robert Sampson | |
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Born | |
Died | December 3, 2006 | (aged 81)
Nationality | American |
Employer | United Airlines |
Robert Sampson (March 4, 1925 – December 3, 2006) was a vice president at United Airlines. He was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy at age 5, and used a wheelchair for most of his life.
Sampson, a lawyer, was an advocate for disabled persons. He served the President's Commission on Employment of the Handicapped under five American presidents. His efforts helped lead to architectural improvements in access for disabled people, such as wheelchair ramps.
Sampson partnered with Jerry Lewis to raise money for the treatment of muscular dystrophy.
A Boeing 747-400, tail number N116UA, is named after him.
References
- Koral, April (September 2, 1979). "The Handicapped Fight to be Boss". Parade. p. 17. Retrieved November 10, 2011.
- Sullivan, Patricia (December 7, 2006). "Disability Activist, United Airlines V.P. Robert Sampson, 81". The Washington Post. Retrieved November 10, 2011.
- Simon, Scott (December 9, 2006). "Bob Sampson Rose Above Muscular Dystrophy". Weekend Edition. National Public Radio. Retrieved November 10, 2011.
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