The Robber Baron Who Built America
In the tumultuous realm of 19th-century capitalism, few figures were as polarizing as Jay Gould, a man whose character was as controversial as his actions.
To his critics, Gould was the ultimate "robber baron" - a ruthless financial speculator focused on his fortune.
To apologists, he was a successful businessman who built a fortune from humble beginnings.
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