John R. Steelman, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

John R. Steelman

White House Chief of Staff

Date of Birth: 23-Jun-1900

Place of Birth: Thornton, Arkansas, United States

Date of Death: 14-Jul-1999

Profession: politician, economist, university teacher

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

John Roy Steelman (June 23, 1900 – July 14, 1999) was the first person to serve as "The Assistant to the President of the United States", in the administration of President Harry S.
Truman from 1946 to 1953.
The office later became the White House Chief of Staff. He holds the record for the longest term as Chief of Staff at six years.