As early as 1870, Rockefeller established the Standard Oil Company. His company was the biggest shareholder until 1897, when it was sold. Rockefeller had become the richest person in the country by ...

Rockefeller (July 8, 1839 to May 23, 1937) continues to rank as one of the richest men in modern times. He rose from modest beginnings to become the founder of Standard Oil in 1870 and ruthlessly ...