Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast

The Master of Capitalism: Cornelius Vanderbilt - Part One

May 16, 2026·17 min
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Known as the Commodore and the King of the Rail, Cornelius Vanderbilt is one of the most famous men in American history. Born of meager means, Vanderbilt built several empires, mastering the sea and the rail. Join me as I start exploring the life and impacts of one of the titans of the Gilded Age. Support the show

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