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The Richest Americans: Railroad Robber Barons

Private Venue

Jay Gould, James Fisk, Leland Stanford: The Railroad "Robber Barons" were some of the richest, most influential men in American history. The term "robber baron" is usually applied to these men who revolutionized the business of railroads while carrying on … Continue reading

Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age: Rockefeller

Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Senior Center 100 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL, United States

During the Gilded Age, America saw a handful of families dominate the economy with staggering fortunes. If I asked you to name the richest American, you'd probably say Bill Gates or Sam Walton.  Both are from the top of the … Continue reading

The Richest Americans: Railroad Robber Barons

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Jay Gould, James Fisk, Leland Stanford: The Railroad "Robber Barons" were some of the richest, most influential men in American history. The term "robber baron" is usually applied to these men who revolutionized the business of railroads while carrying on … Continue reading

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