EZRA CORNELL


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Ezra Cornell
Ezra Cornell
  • Born: January 11, 1807
  • Died: December 9, 1874
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Businessman

Ezra Cornell was an American businessman, politician, and philanthropist. He was the founder of Western Union, founder of Ithaca's first library, and a co-founder of Cornell University. He also served as President of the New York Agriculture Society and as a New York State Senator.