I don't care half so much about making money as I do about making my point, and coming out ahead. money
If I had learned education I would not have had time to learn anything else. education
Cornelius Vanderbilt Businessperson
- Gender: Male
- Citizenship: United States
- Born: May 27, 1794
- Died: Jan 4, 1877
Cornelius Vanderbilt, also known by the sobriquet Commodore, was an American business magnate and philanthropist who built his wealth in railroads and shipping. He was also the patriarch of the Vanderbilt family and one of the richest Americans in history. He provided the initial gift to found Vanderbilt University, which is named in his honor.