Andrew Carnegie names his price. J.P. Morgan accepts. In a single moment, a poor Scottish immigrant becomes the richest man in the world. But that is just the beginning of Andrew Carnegie's story.
00:00 The Historic Deal: Carnegie and Morgan
02:50 Introduction to Part Two: Carnegie's Early Success
08:00 Navigating Recessions and Strategic Acquisitions
14:28 Labor Relations and Strikes
22:32 Carnegie's Reputation and Industry Dominance
30:39 Carnegie's Philanthropic Beginnings
31:45 The Sale to JP Morgan and US Steel Formation
40:54 Carnegie's Efforts for Peace and Anti-Colonialism
45:39 The Impact of World War I on Carnegie
47:33 Key Takeaways from Carnegie's Life
50:50 Conclusion
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Sources:
Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie
Andrew Carnegie by David Nasaw
