| Full Name |
Cornelius Vanderbilt |
| Date of Birth |
27 May 1794 |
| Place of Birth |
New Dorp, Staten Island, New York, United States |
| Date of Death |
04 January 1877 |
| Place of Death |
New York City, New York, United States |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence |
United States |
| Education |
Self-taught; limited formal schooling |
| Profession |
Entrepreneur, industrialist, railroad magnate, shipping magnate |
| Years of Activity |
Early 19th century - 1877 |
| Brief Information |
Cornelius Vanderbilt was an American business magnate and philanthropist who built his fortunes in railroads and shipping. He was a key figure in the development of the American transportation industry during the 19th century. Vanderbilt amassed one of the largest fortunes in American history and is often referred to as "The Commodore." |