Henry Wells
Businessman, co-founder of Wells Fargo
Born
December 12th, 1805
219 years ago
Died
1878
147 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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A businessman co-founded Wells Fargo and American Express in the mid-19th century. Focused on providing banking services and expanding financial systems, helped transform the landscape of American finance. Was instrumental in developing express mail services, allowing for faster communication and commercial transactions across the growing nation.
Co-founded Wells Fargo
Co-founded American Express
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