William Fargo
Businessman, co-founder of Wells Fargo
Born
May 20th, 1818
207 years ago
Died
1881
144 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Born in 1818, this American businessman played a significant role in the development of the express mail and banking industries. Co-founded Wells Fargo & Company, which provided stagecoach and banking services across the American West. Also co-founded American Express, which originally focused on express mail and evolved into a leading financial services company. Contributed to the expansion and accessibility of financial services during the 19th century.
Co-founded Wells Fargo & Company
Co-founded American Express
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