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Cornelius Vanderbilt

American businessman and tycoon (1794–1877)

  • Fame58.3
  • Momentum0.0
  • Founders rank#182
Source-basedStable
  • Fame58.3
  • Momentum0.0
  • Founders rank#182
  • Wikipedia56.5K
Lived 1794–1877, aged 83United States
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  • Wikipedia
    47 languages
    Cross-language footprint
  • Era
    1794–1877
    Aged 83
  • Awards
    2
    recognised works
Summary
Updated 2026-06-19

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, which transformed the geography of the United States.

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58.3
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Historical26.0
Source confidence60.0
Completeness70.0
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