Who was the most responsible for promoting the Atlanta Braves and the city of Atlanta on a national basis

A) Ivan Allen, Jr

B) William B. Hartsfield

C) Ted Turner

D) Rankin M. Smith

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Patience Espinoza

5 November, 19:54

Who was the most responsible for promoting the Atlanta Braves and the city of Atlanta on a national basis

A) Ivan Allen, Jr

B) William B. Hartsfield

C) Ted Turner

D) Rankin M. Smith

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Journey Turner · Answer 1

A. Ivan Allen, Jr.

In 1960, he was elected president of the Chamber of Commerce. He initiated the "Forward Atlanta" campaign to boost the city and to bring in new businesses and investments. He built the Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium and convinced the Braves to move to Atlanta. In 1966 the Atlanta Stadium became the new home of the Atlanta Braves.

Who was the most responsible for promoting the Atlanta Braves and the city of Atlanta on a national basisA) Ivan Allen, JrB) William B. HartsfieldC) Ted TurnerD) Rankin M. Smith

Who was the most responsible for promoting the Atlanta Braves and the city of Atlanta on a national basis

A) Ivan Allen, Jr

B) William B. Hartsfield

C) Ted Turner

D) Rankin M. Smith