Cornelius Vanderbilt
Businessperson, Organization founder
1794 – 1877
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Who was Cornelius Vanderbilt?
Cornelius Vanderbilt, also known by the sobriquet Commodore, was an American tycoon, businessman, and philanthropist who built his wealth in railroads and shipping. He was also the patriarch of the Vanderbilt family and one of the richest Americans in history. He provided the initial gift to found Vanderbilt University, which is named in his honor.
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- Born
- May 27, 1794
Staten Island - Spouses
- Sophia Johnson
(1813/12/19 - )
- Sophia Johnson
- Children
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Lived in
- New York City
- Died
- Jan 4, 1877
New York City
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on July 23, 2013
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