Leland Stanford
American businessman and politician, Governor
Born
1824
201 years ago
Died
June 21st, 1893
131 years ago — 69 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 8th Governor of California from 1862 to 1863. Co-founded Stanford University in 1885. Significant contributions to the development of the Central Pacific Railroad, which played a key role in connecting the east and west coasts of the United States. Engaged in various business ventures, including mining and agriculture, which contributed to economic development during that era.
Served as Governor of California
Co-founded Stanford University
Contributed to the Central Pacific Railroad
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