Cornelius Vanderbilt III
American general and engineer
Born
September 5th, 1873
151 years ago
Died
1942
83 years ago — 69 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United States
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Born on September 5, 1873, Vanderbilt served as a general in the United States Army during World War I. His engineering skills were applied extensively to military operations and logistics. He contributed to various infrastructure projects that supported the war effort. Post-war, he continued to be involved in engineering and held significant positions in both the public and private sectors, utilizing his expertise to enhance military efficiency and effectiveness.
Served as a general in World War I
Contributed to military logistics and infrastructure
Held significant roles in engineering sectors
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