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#404 | The Rise And Fall Of The Vanderbilts
English Learning for Curious Minds
The Rise and Fall of the Vanderbilt Family
This chapter discusses the rise and fall of the Vanderbilt family, focusing on their entry into high society and their subsequent decline. It highlights the Vanderbilts' lavish parties and spending, as well as their lack of focus on growing the family business. The chapter also mentions the factors that contributed to the loss of their fortune, such as poor planning, bad investments, inheritance tax, and the Great Depression. Despite their downfall, the episode concludes by mentioning the Vanderbilts' lasting legacy, including Vanderbilt University, the Biltmore Estate, and Grand Central Station.
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