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Knight of the Legion of Honour
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William Kissam Vanderbilt I
1849-12-12 – 1920-07-22
Life & Legacy
William Kissam Vanderbilt I (December 12, 1849 – July 22, 1920) was an American heir, businessman, philanthropist, and horse breeder. Born into the Vanderbilt family, he managed his family's railroad investments.
Occupation & Career
businessperson, horse breeder
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Knight of the Legion of Honour
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
Knight of the Legion of Honour
Organizations & Memberships
The Jockey Club
Verified Legacy Record
Family Child
Consuelo Vanderbilt
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Family Child
William Kissam Vanderbilt II
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Family Child
Harold Stirling Vanderbilt
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Family Father
William Henry Vanderbilt
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Family Mother
Maria Louisa Kissam Vanderbilt
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Family Sibling
Eliza Osgood Vanderbilt Webb
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Family Sibling
Emily Thorn Vanderbilt
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Family Sibling
Florence Adele Vanderbilt Twombly
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Family Sibling
Cornelius Vanderbilt II
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Family Sibling
Frederick William Vanderbilt
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Family Sibling
George Washington Vanderbilt
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Family Sibling
Margaret Louisa Vanderbilt Shepard
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Family Spouse
Alva Belmont
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Family Spouse
Anne Harriman Vanderbilt
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Sources & Provenance
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