He was the only heir to increase the Vanderbilt fortune. [14] . He built the first of what would become many grand Vanderbilt mansions on Fifth Avenue, at 640 Fifth Avenue. William Henry …

Mar 13, 2023 · Gloria Vanderbilt’s father was the last male heir of the family fortune. Gloria Vanderbilt built and sustained her own net worth. Once considered the richest family of the …

Dec 16, 2021 · He eventually married a Norwegian woman in his early 20s, and together, they settled on a farm. The Vanderbilt name gained prominence with Cornelius Vanderbilt — Jan's …

Jul 3, 2024 · Cornelius Vanderbilt II (November 11, 1843 – September 12, 1899) was an American socialite, heir, businessman, and a member of the prominent United States …

Family tree of Cornelius VANDERBILT. Industrialist, Businessman Born Cornelius VANDERBILT II. American socialite, heir, and businessman. Born on November 27, 1843 in Staten Island, …

Cornelius Vanderbilt (May 27, 1794 – January 4, 1877), nicknamed "the Commodore", was an American business magnate who built his wealth in railroads and shipping.

Mar 18, 2024 · Heir after heir would slowly deplete the family fortune, and by the mid-20th century, their prominence had effectively waned. Known as the “Fall of the House of …

Cornelius Vanderbilt II. Date of Birth: November 27, 1843; Date of Death: September 12, 1899; Spouse: Alice Claypoole Gwynne; Children: Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt; Reginald Claypoole …

Apr 16, 2010 · Cornelius Vanderbilt (1794-1877) was a shipping and railroad tycoon, and a self-made multi-millionaire who became one of the wealthiest Americans of the 19th century.

The third generation of Vanderbilts—following Cornelius and William Henry Vanderbilt—was led by three of William Henry’s four sons: Cornelius (1843–99), William Kissam (1849–1920), and …