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Andrew Carnegie's Life in Weeks
Scottish-American industrialist who led the expansion of the American steel industry and became one of the richest people in history, then gave away most of his fortune.
Andrew Carnegie's 4,367 Weeks
Each box represents one week. Lived weeks Key milestones
Key Milestones
Emigrated from Scotland to Pittsburgh with his family
Became personal telegrapher for the Pennsylvania Railroad superintendent
Left the railroad to focus on his own business ventures
Focused exclusively on steel production
Published 'The Gospel of Wealth' on philanthropic responsibility
Sold Carnegie Steel to J.P. Morgan for $480 million
Legacy
Built Carnegie Steel Company into the largest and most profitable industrial enterprise in the world, then donated over $350 million to libraries, universities, and foundations.
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