The Men Who Built America: Episode 1

Front

Soon after acquiring his first ferry, what reputation did Vanderbilt earn?

Back

Cutthroat – win at any cost

Front

In 1866, Vanderbilt was especially struggling. What recent loss affected him so deeply?

Back

The death of his favored son, George.

Front

Vanderbilt's rivals stopped believing he was a strong business adversary. What did Vanderbilt do to convince them he was still powerful? Options: Closed the Albany bridge, cutting off New York; He built more bridges; He built more railroad tracks; He sold all his shares in the Rail Road business

Back

Closed the Albany bridge, cutting off New York

Front

John D. Rockefeller was en route to a meeting with Vanderbilt. What happened on the trip there?

Back

He missed the train and it crashed