Cornelius Vanderbilt
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, he worked his way into leadership positions in inland and coastal shipping, then invested in the rapidly growing railroad industry, effectively transforming the geography of the United States.
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- Staten Island
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- 🏆 Congressional Gold Medal🏆 National Book Award for Nonfiction
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1794
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Birth1877
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