The Robber Barons
1 min readJan 1, 2023
The robber barons were a group of influential American industrialists and business magnates in the late 19th century. They were called “robber barons” because they were seen as using their wealth and power to exploit workers and engage in monopolistic practices, rather than contributing to the greater good.
Some of the most well-known robber barons of the time include Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller, and J.P. Morgan. These…
