Andrew Carnegie
Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist (1835–1919).
The record
Andrew Carnegie was a Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist. Born on 25 November 1835 in Dunfermline, Carnegie died on 11 August 1919 in Lenox at the age of 83.
Positions held include rector (1911–1914). Notable works include The Gospel of Wealth. Honours include American Library Association Honorary Membership, Honorary Doctorate from the National Autonomous University of Mexico and Library Hall of Fame, among 4 recorded.
With a Wikipedia article in 113 languages, Andrew Carnegie is No. 1,335 in the People and Position Index.
- Born
- 25 November 1835, Dunfermline
- Died
- 11 August 1919, Lenox (aged 83)
- Country
- United States
- Known as
- Philanthropist, business magnate, economist
- Field
- Business
- Party
- Republican Party
- Languages
- English
- Children
- 1
- Wikipedia editions
- 113
Did you know
Was 76 when first rector (1911).
Lived to 83.
Shares a birthday with John XXIII and Lope de Vega.
One of 18 people in the Index born in Dunfermline, with Iain Banks.
Has a Wikipedia article in 113 languages.
Computed from the Index and Wikidata.
Career
Positions held
- 1911–1914Rector
Connections
- FatherWilliam Carnegie
- MotherMargaret Morrison Carnegie
- SpouseLouise Whitfield Carnegie
- SiblingThomas M. Carnegie
- ChildMargaret Carnegie Miller
Honours and works
Awards
- American Library Association Honorary Membership1899
- Honorary Doctorate from the National Autonomous University of Mexico1910
- Library Hall of Fame
- Bessemer Gold Medal
Notable works
- The Gospel of Wealth
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