Andrew Carnegie’s story of a man who went from rags to riches. Carnegie was born in Dunfemline, Scotland on November 25, 1835. Will Carnegie, Andrew’s father, was a weaver. When steam engines were installed in the weaving industry in Scotland, Andrew’s father found himself strapped for cash. The family moved to the United States in […]
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Writers, philosophers, and politicians have been thinking about leadership since the beginning of time. What does it take to be a good leader? What qualities are important to leadership? How is a great leader recognized? These are just a few of the questions that poets and philosophers have asked throughout time. In modern times, new […]
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The 19th century entrepreneurs were Captains of Industry leading the nation’s shift to industrialization. These Captains of Industry made the industries they were involved in more efficient, set fair prices for their products, and accumulated large amounts of wealth for themselves through their efforts. In the late 19th century, American Captains of Industry were greatly […]
“The rich class becomes richer, but the poorer dependent class. The gulf between the employed and the employers becomes wider; social contrasts become sharper; as vehicles appear with livers, so children with bare feet”-Henry George 1879 Industrialization in America was a surprisingly rapid process given the slow creep in Europe to the growth of manufacturing […]
The change of seasons from late summer to winter is one of the most beautiful times of the year for weddings. Maximize the beauty of autumn leaves in one of Cincinnati’s most unique wedding venues. Theodore Berry Friendship Park Location: 1101 Eastern Ave – Cincinnati, OH There is no better place for a wedding in […]
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Our society doesn’t tend to treat short men very well. Short men have been known to face discrimination in dating and even job opportunities. But, of course, there are many notable men in our world who are 4’10”, 5’2, 5’6″ and shorter. Here are a few famous short men who have succeeded despite their height. […]