Édouard Alphonse James de Rothschild

French financier and polo player

Édouard Alphonse James de Rothschild - French financier and polo player
Born

February 24th, 1868
157 years ago

Died

June 30th, 1949
75 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

France

Links & References

Managed significant investments for the Rothschild banking family. Expanded the family's interests in banking and finance during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Achieved recognition in the sport of polo, competing at a high level and participating in various esteemed tournaments. Contributed to the cultural and social scene of France through philanthropy and support of the arts.

Managed Rothschild banking operations

Competed in elite polo tournaments

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