What was Cornelius Vanderbilt famous for

Cornelius Vanderbilt was an American business magnate who built his wealth in railroads and shipping. After working with his father's business, Vanderbilt worked his way into leadership positions in the inland water trade and invested in the rapidly growing railroad industry.

He worked his way into leadership positions in the inland water trade and invested in the rapidly growing railroad industry.

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it was on the rise and doing very well and would continue to do well until the great depression from 1929-1939

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