Ezra Cornell
Businessman, founder of Cornell University
Born
January 11th, 1807
218 years ago
Died
1874
151 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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An American businessman and philanthropist established Western Union and Cornell University. The university was named after him and he served as its first trustee. In the 1850s, a revolution in telegraphy occurred, and he played a crucial role in its advancement, serving as a co-founder of the entities that would become known as Western Union. His philanthropic efforts focused on education, and he dedicated significant resources to the establishment of the university, ensuring it provided a broad and practical education.
Founded Western Union in 1851
Established Cornell University in 1865
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