Andrew Carnegie Doc C

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What organization received the highest amount of money from Andrew Carnegie?

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Carnegie Corporation

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To what cause did Andrew Carnegie primarily donate his money?

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Education

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What was the purpose of Lake Carnegie?

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To provide rowing opportunities.

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What was the purpose of the Homestead Relief Fund?

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To help steel workers and their families.

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How much money did Andrew Carnegie give away in total?

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$350,695,653.

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What is the significance of the Carnegie Corporation?

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It is one of the largest philanthropic organizations established by Andrew Carnegie, focusing on the advancement of education and knowledge.

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What impact did Carnegie's donations have on public libraries?

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Carnegie funded the construction of over 2,500 public libraries across the United States, significantly increasing access to education.

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What was Andrew Carnegie's philosophy regarding wealth and philanthropy?

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He believed in the 'Gospel of Wealth,' which stated that the wealthy have a moral obligation to distribute their surplus wealth for the benefit of the community.

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What role did Carnegie play in the steel industry?

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He was a leading figure in the steel industry, founding Carnegie Steel Company, which became the largest of its kind in the world.

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How did Carnegie's background influence his philanthropic efforts?

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Coming from a poor immigrant family, Carnegie valued education and believed in providing opportunities for others to succeed.

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