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Tiny Rowland

German-British businessman · United Kingdom · On the map · Founders · Lived 1917 to 1998 · aged 80

Roland Walter "Tiny" Rowland was a British businessman, corporate raider and the chief executive of the Lonrho conglomerate from 1962 to 1993. He gained fame from a number of high-profile takeover bids, in particular his attempt to take control of Harrods.

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He was known for his complex business interests in Africa and his closeness to a number of African leaders.

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United Kingdom
Category
Founders
Type
Founder
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1917 to 1998 · aged 80