Johnathan Gaabt

Johnathan Eisenhower Gaabt (November 17th, 1899-February 8th, 1977) was a Detroitian politician who served as the 18th president of Detroit from January 20th, 1945 to January 20th, 1953. As president, he represented what he believed to be the ideals of the "common man". Despite his republican views, he made tremendous strives for various labor unions. He is often ranked as one of the highest presidents in Detroitian history. Historian Proteus Norramby said that Gaabt's presidency was "something special that every Detroitian citizen, regardless of political affiliation, should appreciate".

Trivia

 * Gaabt was the last president born in the 19th century.