Biographical Text
J.P. Morgan was born into a family of bankers which influenced his own decision to enter the financial world. The financial empire he built was so successful and powerful that even the United States government turned to him for advice in times of trouble. His power and status did not come without criticism though, as he was accused of creating business monopolies and unfair advantages. Besides his business dealings, he was also an avid art collector and donated many pieces to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
Birth Date
1837-04-17
Birthplace
Hartford, Connecticut, U.S.A.
Death Date
1913-03-31
Occupation
Philanthropist, Business man, Art Collector, Financier.
Bibliography
Biography.com, "J.P. Morgan," accessed April 6th 2015, http://www.biography.com/people/jp-morgan-9414735
TEI tag
Morgan_John_Pierpont
Abbreviated Biography
Business man and financier who was also an avid art collector and philanthropist.
Citation
Citation
“Morgan, John Pierpont (J.P.),” The Emma B. Andrews Diary Project, accessed April 20, 2024, https://www.emmabandrews.org/project/items/show/101.