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Andrew Carnegie, April 1905, c1905. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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Andrew Carnegie, April 1905, c1905. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Andrew Carnegie, April 1905, c1905. Photograph shows Andrew Carnegie, three-quarter length portrait, seated, facing left. [Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist]
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This striking photograph, taken by renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston in April 1905, captures the distinguished visage of Andrew Carnegie, the Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist. In the image, Carnegie is depicted in three-quarter length, seated and facing left. His piercing gaze and well-groomed beard convey a sense of wisdom, authority, and determination. Carnegie, born in Dunfermline, Scotland, in 1835, came to the United States with his family when he was just a child. He rose to prominence as a businessman, first working in the textile industry and later becoming involved in the railroad business. However, it was his acquisition and subsequent sale of the Carnegie Steel Company that made him a fortune and solidified his status as a tycoon. After retiring from business, Carnegie dedicated himself to philanthropy, establishing the Carnegie Corporation of New York and the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, among other organizations. He is perhaps best known for his generous donations to public libraries, resulting in over 2,500 libraries being built around the world. This photograph, taken during Carnegie's later years, captures him at the height of his success and influence. The image is a testament to his enduring legacy as a visionary entrepreneur, a generous philanthropist, and a pioneering figure in American industry and culture. The photograph is part of the collections of the Library of Congress and is a valuable addition to any collection of American history or portraits of influential figures from the early 20th century.
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