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Charles A. Spring, Jr.

1826-01-01 – 1901-01-01

Life & Legacy

Charles A. Spring Jr. (1826–1901) was a prominent Chicago capitalist during its transition from a frontier town of 30,000 in the 1850s to an industrial metropolis of more than 1.7 million at the turn of the 20th century. He was a key figure in its rise, serving as inventor Cyrus McCormick's closest adviser and as general manager of the McCormick Harvesting Company for many years.

Occupation & Career

businessperson

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q5074915 — wikidata View source

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