Andrew Carnegie
Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist (1835–1919)
1835 — 1919
Quick Facts
Profession
Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist (1835–1919)
Born
November 25, 1835
Died
1919 (age ~84)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
writer, entrepreneur, economist
United Kingdom of Great Britain and IrelandBorn in DunfermlineDied in Lenox
1835
Born in Dunfermline (1835-11-25)
1889
Notable workThe Gospel of Wealth
1899
AwardAmerican Library Association Honorary Membership
1910
AwardHonorary Doctorate from the National Autonomous University of Mexico
1911
Positionrector (1911–1914)
1919
Died in Lenox
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Andrew Carnegie was a Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist. Carnegie led the expansion of the American steel industry in the late-19th century and became one of the richest Americans in history.
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Who is Andrew Carnegie?+
Andrew Carnegie was a Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist. Carnegie led the expansion of the American steel industry in the late-19th century and became one of the richest Americans in history.
What does the name Andrew mean?+
The name Andrew means "A male given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: From Ἀνδρέας, cognate with t=manly, both from t=man. Andrey.". It is of English origin.
When was Andrew Carnegie born?+
Andrew Carnegie was born on November 25, 1835.
When did Andrew Carnegie die?+
Andrew Carnegie died in 1919, at approximately 84 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: From Ἀνδρέας, cognate with t=manly, both from t=man. Andrey.
The name Andrew is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: From Ἀνδρέας, cognate with t=manly, both from t=man. Andrey.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Andrew — November 25, 1835
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Chicchan
Serpent — life force, instinct, passion
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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Didn't invest early. Still kicking myself.
— an investor
The world is a little different because you existed.
— ?
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
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