Billionaire John D. Rockefeller (July 8, 1839 to May 23, 1937) continues to rank as one of the richest men in modern times.

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John D. Rockefeller's legacy as a business titan is unparalleled. As the founder of Standard Oil, he established an economic empire that reshaped the global industrial landscape. His success was ...