English Learning for Curious Minds | #404 | The Rise And Fall Of The Vanderbilts

It's a story of how one family went from almost literal slavery to being the richest in the world – before losing it all.

In this episode, we'll be talking about the rise and fall of one of the most influential families in American history – the Vanderbilts.

Jan Aertson's Journey to the New World
Cornelius Vanderbilt: The Commodore's early career in transportation
Vanderbilt's expansion during the California Gold Rush
Vanderbilt's transition to the railway industry
Vanderbilt's immense wealth and his legacy
The character of Cornelius Vanderbilt, The Commodore
The inheritance and financial management of the Vanderbilt family
The extravagant lifestyles and lavish spending of Vanderbilt descendants
The decline of the Vanderbilt fortune and its causes
Notable Vanderbilt legacies: Vanderbilt University, Biltmore Estate, and Grand Central Station

Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/vanderbilts

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