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Cornelius Vanderbilt

Cornelius Vanderbilt
Cornelius Vanderbilt, American businessman and philanthropist (d. 1877)

Cornelius Vanderbilt, nicknamed "the Commodore", was an American business magnate who built his wealth in railroads and shipping. After working with his father's business, Vanderbilt worked his way into leadership positions in the inland water trade and invested in the rapidly growing railroad industry, effectively transforming the geography of the United States.

27 May 1794

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