Sam Zemurray
American businessman (1877-1961) · United States · On the map · Founders · Lived 1878 to 1961 · aged 83
Samuel Zemurray, nicknamed "Sam the Banana Man", was an American businessman who made his fortune in the banana trade. He founded the Cuyamel Fruit Company and later became president of the United Fruit Company, the world's most influential fruit company at the time.
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Both companies were powerful and had influential roles in the politics of Central American countries.
Country
United States
Category
Founders
Type
Founder
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1878 to 1961 · aged 83
