Standard Oil Part II
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The Trials of Standard Oil and Rockefeller's Legacy
This chapter examines the challenges faced by Standard Oil following the Sherman Antitrust Act, focusing on the company's legal battles and corporate restructuring to maintain its dominance. It highlights John D. Rockefeller's personal conflicts, including his gradual withdrawal from operations, the pressures of public perception, and his struggles with philanthropy amid growing expectations. The narrative reveals the complexities of wealth, corporate maneuvering, and the personal toll of leadership on Rockefeller during a pivotal era in American business history.
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