Andrew Carnegie
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Quick Description: A poor Scottish immigrant, Carnegie became a millionaire steel magnate and proponent of the "Gospel of Wealth." Seeking to benefit society with his fortune, he built over 2,500 libraries and endowed institutions advancing education and peace.
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 1/5/2006 6:35:08 AM
Waymark Code: WM5NZ
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Long Description:
A poor Scottish immigrant, Carnegie became a millionaire steel
magnate and proponent of the "Gospel of Wealth." Seeking to benefit
society with his fortune, he built over 2,500 libraries and endowed
institutions advancing education and peace.
Marker Name: Andrew Carnegie
County: Allegheny
Date Dedicated: 04/18/1996
Marker Type: City
Location: Carnegie Library, 4400 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh
Category: Professions & Vocations, Business & Industry, Ethnic & Immigration, Steel, Education
Website: Not listed
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