However, William proved his father wrong when he turned in big profits by improving farm operations, as noted by New Netherland Institute. [citation needed], Vanderbilt was an avid art enthusiast; his collection included some of the most valuable works of the Old Masters, and over his lifetime Vanderbilt acquired more than 200 paintings, which he housed in his lavish and palatial Fifth Avenue mansion. William Henry Vanderbilt II (1870-1892) died of typhoid fever while attending Yale University. The public be damned! They were the parents of at least 5 sons and 4 daughters. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. History, Archaeology & Art illuminate a Life on the Hudson, Bert's Maps Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. This was when the mode of transportation was horse and carriage, and the . Oops, we were unable to send the email. Gloria Laura Vanderbilt was the daughter of Reginald Claypoole Vanderbilt George Washington Vanderbilt II's nephew. BILT III, Reginald Claypoole VANDERBILT, Alfred Gwynne VANDERBILT I, Gladys Moore VANDERBILT, COUNTESS SZCGENYI, Alice Gwynne VANDERBILT Dec 21 1870 - Manhattan, New York County (Manhattan), New York, United States Of America, May 23 1892 - Manhattan, New York County (Manhattan), New York, United States Of America, Cornelius Ii. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. As told by Town & Country, Reginald Claypoole Vanderbilt was the great-grandson of the Commodore and the younger brother of Cornelius Vanderbilt III and Alfred Vanderbilt. Birth. Jan arrived in New Amsterdam with just the clothes that he wore and with no means to pay for his immigration, so he became indentured for three years before he finally finished his contract at 16 years old. GitHub export from English Wikipedia. 59th Governor of Rhode Island. Young Vanderbilt was stricken with typhoid fever, which it is thought he contracted while on a Easter tour through the Western States. Manhattan, New York County (Manhattan), New York, USA. Try again later. 0 cemeteries found in New Dorp, Richmond County (Staten Island), New York, USA. William Henry Vanderbilt, 1821 . We have tried again and again to get the different roads to give them up; but they will run them and, of course, as long as they run them we must do the same." For him, though, the money was a terrible burden. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. The word "van" was added, which means "from" in Dutch. To use this feature, use a newer browser. For his great-grandson, the governor of Rhode Island, see. His eight married daughters were ignored since they no longer bore the family name, but, of course, that was just one factor that barred his daughters from taking over the business. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of William Vanderbilt (91806842)? He roomed in Durfee Hall, Moses Taylor being his roommate. When his father passed in 1877, his eldest son William "Billy" Vanderbilt inherited the bulk of his estate, including the 87-percent stake in New York Central, according to Forbes. William H. Vanderbilt, eldest son of Cornelius Vanderbilt, died at 10:15 o'clock last night at the home of his father, Fifty seventh Street and Fifth Avenue. Incidentally, we may benefit humanity, but the aim is to earn a dividend. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Year should not be greater than current year. William Henry Vanderbilt (May 8, 1821 - December 8, 1885) was an American businessman and philanthropist. A system error has occurred. 21 Dec 1870. Alfred G. Vanderbilt was President of Belmont Racetrack in New York and was the principal owner and president of Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Papers of Hans Bontemantel Our editors will review what youve submitted and determine whether to revise the article. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Contribute to chinapedia/wikipedia.en development by creating an account on GitHub. Three years later, William Amherst Vanderbilt Cecil was born in Biltmore House. The Fall of the House of Vanderbilt. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Several accounts of the incident were then disseminated; the accounts vary in terms of who conducted the interview, under what circumstance and what was actually said. Drag images here or select from your computer for William Henry Vanderbilt II memorial. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. The Vanderbilt organization bought the then bankrupt Long Island Railroad and William was put in charge to reorganize it. William H. Vanderbilt, eldest son of Cornelius Vanderbilt, died at 10:15 o'clock last night at the home of his father, Fifty seventh Street and Fifth Avenue. In his seagoing global travels, he collected fish and other marine life, birds, invertebrates and cultural artifacts for the personal museum he planned to build on his Long Island estate. William married Unknown Vanderbilt III in 1970, at age 68. was born on May 31 1918. Ownership of New York Central came with publicity and conflicts that Billy hated. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. He was the favorite grandson of William H. Vanderbilt, who left him a legacy of $1,000,000, the income to come to him as soon as he attained his majority, and the disposal of the principal to pass into his hands when he became thirty years old. William Henry Vanderbilt III. When Cornelius passed away in 1877, the entire company was turned over to William. His early death meant that the family fortune was quickly divided among his wife and young children before it was able to grow significantly under his direction, with his other brothers doing little to contribute to the Vanderbilt fortune themselves after his death. He was born in 1821 and as a young man, his father didn't believe that he was ambitious. William Henry Vanderbilt, (born May 8, 1821, New Brunswick, N.J., U.S.died Dec. 8, 1885, New York, N.Y.), American railroad magnate and philanthropist who nearly doubled the Vanderbilt family fortune established and in large part bequeathed to him by his father, Cornelius. Try again later. William Henry Vanderbilt (1821-1885) "Billy" Vanderbilt, President of the New York Central Railroad etc. His father and mother their five other children, and Dr. J. W. McLane were at the bedside when the young man breathed his last. But it had no reality in my life." Childhood. George traveled to Asheville, North Carolina, and was entranced by the location. Stiles, T.J. (2010). He had also a large allowance from his father, so large, in fact, that in his sophomore year he gave $5,000 for the new gymnasium at Yale. During the past few months the young man had been elected to membership in the Knickerbocker, New York Yacht, Seawanhaka Corinthian, Racket and Tennis, Country, Westchester Polo, and Riding Clubs. Cornelius "Neily" Vanderbilt III (1873-1942), whom he disinherited for marrying Grace Graham Wilson (1870-1953) without his approval. William Henry Vanderbilt's final ledger entry at Henry Poole & Co is dated 1925 and is ordered from the Paris branch on the Rue Tronchet with a delivery address Harbor . After joining as an executive of the Staten Island Railway, he was made its president in 1862 and three years later was appointed vice-president of the Hudson River railway. But even as they were spending it, the Vanderbilts were still raking it in. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. On his 21st birthday, the night he came into his $15.5 million inheritance, he lost $70,000 gambling. Please refer to it for further understanding of the Vanderbilt family tree. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Being the son of Cornelius Vanderbelt did little to secure William a job in the family empire. William H. Vanderbilt, eldest son of Cornelius Vanderbilt, died at 10:15 o'clock last night at the home of his father, Fifty seventh Street and Fifth Avenue. George and William were educated abroad in Switzerland and England, but always returned home to Biltmore for holidays and summer vacations. During the past few months the young man had been elected to membership in the Knickerbocker, New York Yacht, Seawanhaka Corinthian, Racket and Tennis, Country, Westchester Polo, and Riding Clubs. He built and owned Biltmore, the largest home in the United States. New York Central went from being the second-largest railroad in the United States to having its then-current iteration go bankrupt in 1970. George's brothers handled the shipping and railroad businesses, while George pursued his passion for the arts. New York: Vintage Books. Vanderbilt responded with: "Accommodation of the public? In an interview in 1985, she said, "I'm not knocking inherited money but the money I've made has a reality to me that inherited money doesn't have. Following William H's death in 1885, number 640 passed to various members of the family and was later rented by industrialist Henry Clay Frick. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. George Washington Vanderbilt II, born in 1862, was the youngest of William Henry Vanderbilt's children. 0 cemeteries found in New Dorp, Richmond County (Staten Island), New York, USA. He Had Come to This City on Monday from Newport to Attend a Railroad Meeting -- Funeral Services to be Held on Friday", "Elliott F. Shepard Dead; He Expires at His Home After Taking Ether. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. According to Britannica, Cornelius Vanderbilt II (not to be confused with the Commodore's second son), who was most prominently in charge of the family investments and businesses, donated huge amounts to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Yale University, Columbia University's College of Physicians and Surgeons. [1], His father Cornelius frequently berated and criticized him, calling his eldest son a "blockhead" and a "blatherskite". The Vanderbilts, still newly rich and with a reputation for crassness from their patriarch Cornelius "Commodore" Vanderbilt, were not on that list. Learn more about managing a memorial . The home has a French Renaissance style and boasts 250 rooms, 65 fireplaces, and 43 bathrooms. ). Unfortunately, at the young age of 38, Alfred died as a passenger of the RMS Lusitania on May 7, 1915, when it was torpedoed and sunk by a German submarine during World War I. ; House to Grandson, Marquis of Blandford", "W.K. [1] When he was called into service for World War II, he captained a PT Boat in the South Pacific, earning the Silver Star for bravery. McLane and Draper were almost beginning to hope, but it was soon evident that it was only a flicker of the candle, and all hope died with the last hemorrhage. How The Vanderbilt Family Lost Their Entire Fortune, Fortune's Children: The Fall of the House of Vanderbilt. There was an error deleting this problem. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. William Henry 'Billy' Vanderbilt (May 8, 1821 - December 8, 1885) was an American businessman and philanthropist. He fought regulation of the railroads as he engaged in rate wars and gave special rates to favoured shippers. zoom_in 2 images. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. Based on the national gross domestic product per capita ratio at the time of Vanderbilt's death, and the present time, a ratio of about 260, Vanderbilt's estate would be valued at about $52 billion dollars in today's terms. His father and mother their five other children, and Dr. J. W. McLane were at the bedside when the young man breathed his last. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/91806842/william-henry-vanderbilt. She spent millions of her husband's inheritance building a huge mansion on Fifth Avenue's millionaire row, one of the largest homes there at the time. To pay Vanderbilt back, Grant mortgaged his Civil War memorabilia, including his sword. William finally received the greatest compliment from his father when the entire Vanderbilt company was turned over to him upon Cornelius' death in 1877. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of William Vanderbilt (91806842)? (1821-85). The vase was over 9 feet tall and was mounted in bronze. "The First Tycoon: The Epic Life of Cornelius Vanderbilt. There is a problem with your email/password. About William Henry. His estate was divided amongst his eight children and his wife, the bulk of the estate going to his eldest two sons, William Kissam Vanderbilt and Cornelius Vanderbilt II. Add to your scrapbook. "[4], In 1884 the firm Grant & Ward went bankrupt and ruined the investments of both Ulysses S. Grant and Vanderbilt, whom Grant had convinced to invest $150,000. . He was the favorite grandson of Commodore Cornelius Vanderbilt, who bequeathed him $5 million, and the eldest son of William Henry "Billy" Vanderbilt and Maria Louisa Kissam. He was in delicate health at the time and very susceptible to all malarial influences. A system error has occurred. [1] He was the eldest son of Commodore Cornelius Vanderbilt, an heir to his fortune and a prominent member of the Vanderbilt family. This browser does not support getting your location. It would become an important part of his life. To the surprise of many, including the father, William not only improved the farming operation but was able to make it profitable, and in profits Cornelius believed. Sorry! Failed to report flower. At the time of his death in 1877, his fortune was valued at $100 million (equal to nearly $2.5 billion today, via the Official Data Foundation), which was more money than was held in the U.S. Treasury at the time, according to Forbes. William H. Vanderbilt received, the first part of his education at Cutler's School, in this city. When his father passed in 1877, his eldest son William "Billy" Vanderbilt inherited the bulk of his estate, including the 87-percent stake in New York Central, according to Forbes. Billy took the advice to heart and doubled the family fortune before his death in 1885, but his own descendants would dwindle it all away in just a few decades. Connect to 890 Vanderbilt profiles on Geni, Source: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/91806842/william-henry-vanderbilt, Cornelius VANDERBILT II, Alice Claypoole VANDERBILT. Try again. The turn of the century, however, saw a push for more public services, as well as a global conflict that was cutting into trade tariffs, as described by Heritage and ThoughtCo. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. William Henry "Billy" Vanderbilt (May 8, 1821 - December 8, 1885) was an American businessman and philanthropist. In 1915, his father perished in the sinking of the RMS Lusitania. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. based on information from your browser. As a result Cornelius, the father, was disappointed that his son was seemingly worthless in helping him run the family's thriving shipping and railroad businesses. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Margaret Louisa Vanderbilt-Shepherd [1845-1924], Florence Adele Vanderbilt-Twombley [1854-1952]. His father and mother their five other children, and Dr. J. W. McLane were. Make sure that the file is a photo. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. William was only 64 years old when he died. Try again later. By the time poor health forced him to resign his railroad presidencies in 1883, William Henry had nearly doubled the Vanderbilt family fortune. At the beginning of Biltmore's construction, the United States had reached the peak of what historians now call the Gilded Age, a time period which lasted from . Willie K. was convinced that the European races could be . 23 May 1892 (aged 21) Manhattan, New York County (Manhattan), New York, USA. He was in delicate health at the time and very susceptible to all malarial influences. Well, this house contains 154 airy and magnificent rooms. There was a problem getting your location. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions. Together, they had nine children: In 1883, he resigned all his company presidencies and had his sons appointed as important chairmen but left the day-to-day running of the businesses to experienced men appointed president. Although Cornelius, the father had married at age 19, he was quite upset when his son William also wanted to get married at age 19 in 1840. While every effort has been made to follow citation style rules, there may be some discrepancies. His father and mother their five other children, and Dr. J. W. McLane were at the bedside when the young man breathed his last. The family name had different variations (Van De Bilt, Van der Bilt, Vander Bilt) before settling on "Vanderbilt," per Old Dutch Church NYC. Cornelius at the end of his life knew that by turning the organization over to William, it would be managed the same way he would have managed it. William Kissam Vanderbilt took over but retired soon after to concentrate on his yachts and thoroughbred horses, while brother George Vanderbilt's 146,000 acre Biltmore estate ate into his. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. At the end of the bio profile of Commodore Cornelius Vanderbilt is an extensive description how the Vanderbilt in this bio profile fits in with the other prominent Vanderbilts who preceded or followed him. By the time he retired in 1883 because of ill health he had doubled the Vanderbilt fortune, all in a period of less than ten years. The family sold their shares in New York Central, and in 1954, Chesapeake and Ohio Railway's Robert Young took over. ). An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. Dutch people, places, miscellany, For over three decades, NNI has helped cast light on America's Dutch roots. William H. Vanderbilt, eldest son of Cornelius Vanderbilt, died at 10:15 o'clock last night at the home of his father, Fifty seventh Street and Fifth Avenue. William Henry Vanderbilt II. He had, in essence, been disinherited. Despite being the third-eldest son, Alfred was thought to be the one who would best handle the family fortune. He was the eldest son of Commodore Cornelius Vanderbilt, an heir to his fortune and a prominent member of the Vanderbilt family. The younger, Cornelius "Corneel" Vanderbilt II, was wildly irresponsible and had built up so much debt that the Commodore refused to see him even on his deathbed. After William Henry, Cornelius Vanderbilt II was the head of the Vanderbilt family. William Henry Vanderbilt was the oldest son of Cornelius Vanderbilt [1794-1877], the American entrepreneur of both shipping and rail transportation during the 19th century. He inherited $100 million from his father and continued to grow the family railroad empire. Born Dec. 21, 1870 in this city, young Vanderbilt was little over twenty-one years ald at the time of his death. A hemorrhage of the stomach occurred at 8:30P.M. Sorry! "of acccptiug the nomination if it was ofleicd, New York, administered seventy-five lashes to a negro woman. Upon William's death, the Vanderbilt fortune was passed down to his children. Death. Gen. Cornelius Vanderbilt, III; Gertrude Whitney; Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt (RMS Lusitania victim); Reginald Claypoole Vanderbilt and 2 others; Gladys, Countess Szchenyi and George Vanderbilt less, 1892, Bill died of typhoid fever William H. Vanderbilt Dead. But while their legacy is still recognizable today, with their names plastered on universities and cultural landmarks, for many, their fortune has been gone for some time now. He was brought to his father's house May 6, as his sickness was recognized as serious from the beginning. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Son of Cornelius Vanderbilt, II and Alice Claypoole Vanderbilt Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. Vanderbilt became the richest American after he took over his father's fortune in 1877 until his own death in 1885, passing on a substantial part of . As told by descendant Arthur T. Vanderbilt II in his bookFortune's Children: The Fall of the House of Vanderbilt, not even 30 years after his death in 1877, the Vanderbilt family had fallen off the list of the wealthiest families in the United States. William H. Vanderbilt, eldest son of Cornelius Vanderbilt, died at 10:15 o'clock last night at the home of his father, Fifty seventh Street and Fifth Avenue. Instead, he continued and even married a 17-year-old socialite named Gloria Morgan. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. According to NYC experts at 6sqft, the Vanderbilt family owned multiple GildedAgemansions on Fifth Avenue's millionaire row, including the massive three townhouses called the "Triple Palaces." For example, after Alva Vanderbilt had her "Petit Chateau" constructed, her sister-in-law, Alice Vanderbilt, set out to build an even larger mansion that ended up being the "largest single family house in New York City at the time." He greatly expanded the New York Central network and acquired the Chicago and North Western; the Nickel Plate (New York, Chicago, & St. Louis); Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, and Indianapolis; and other railroads. He was a member of the Psi Upsilon Fraternity and one of the most popular men in his class. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. [1] He was the eldest son of Commodore Cornelius Vanderbilt, an heir to his fortune and a prominent member of the Vanderbilt family. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. William Henry Vanderbilt, (born May 8, 1821, New Brunswick, N.J., U.S.died Dec. 8, 1885, New York, N.Y.), American railroad magnate and philanthropist who nearly doubled the Vanderbilt family fortune established and in large part bequeathed to him by his father, Cornelius. Wander a lost world stretching from Connecticut to Delaware, Peter Douglas's Totidem Verbis In 1880, he provided the money for Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, to construct the Wesley Hall building for use as the Biblical Department and library and included 160 dormitory rooms for students and professors, lecture halls, as well as a cafeteria. In the late 19th century, social and technological changes allowed thousands of families to get ridiculously rich and prosper in a period called the Gilded Age, as described by Time. After controversial court proceedings, the custody of Gloria was awarded to her aunt, Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Had Given No Indication of Serious Illness -- but Evidently Had the Possibility of Death in Mind -- His Family at His Bedside -- a Peculiarly Eccentric Character -- Politician, Editor, and Relig- Ious Enthusiast -- Often Amusing, but Always in Earnest", "MRS. SHEPARD OF A HEART ATTACK; Daughter of the Late William Vanderbilt Succumbs Suddenly in Fifth Avenue Apartment, WAS IN HER 79TH YEAR Had Attended the Wedding of Her Granddaughter, Louise Schleffelin, on Saturday", "W.K. The Vanderbilts, owners of a railroad empire brought to the top by ruthless patriarch Cornelius "the Commodore" Vanderbilt, were once the richest family on the planet. William Henry Vanderbilt, I (1821-1885 . When Gloria died in 2019, Cooper inherited most of her estate, which, despite being publicly estimated to be worth $200 million, only had a value of about $1.5 million. Although Cornelius, the father had married at age 19, he was quite upset when his son William also wanted to get married at age 19 in 1840. He took over for his father as president of the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway, the Canada Southern Railway, and the Michigan Central Railroad at the time of the Commodore's death. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. ANDERBILT, Cornelius VANDERBILT, Gertrude RYKER, Reginald Claypoole VANDERBILT, William Henry VANDERBILT, Alfred Gwynne VANDERBILT, Glady "of Uuruguay. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. His son, William "Billy" Vanderbilt, would continue to donate to Vanderbilt University and even left gifts in his will to organizations like the YMCA and the Metropolitan Museum of Art (via Britannica). For example, they had to open Biltmore to the public in 1930 to "increase area tourism" and "generate income to preserve the estate" (via Biltmore's Estate History). Search instead in Creative? There was an error deleting this problem. There was a problem getting your location. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. On his discharge, he returned to racing in a major way. In 1899, his father died and, out of his more than $70 million estate, left Cornelius only $500,000. The cost of the ball was estimated to be over $250,000 (more than $6 million today, per theOfficial Data Foundation). McLane and Draper were almost beginning to hope, but it was soon evident that it was only a flicker of the candle, and all hope died with the last hemorrhage. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Allen William Vanderbilt (18461847) who died at age 11 months. The Vanderbilts also spent quite a bit of money on philanthropy and exploring their personal interests, especially the Vanderbilts of later generations. Search above to list available cemeteries. His younger brother, William Kissam Vanderbilt, helped manage the family business for a while but shifted control of the railroads to an outside firm in 1903. Records from the Amsterdam Chamber of the West India Co. A Tour of New Netherland Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. In his will he divided his fortune more equitably than had his father, and he left substantial bequests to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the YMCA, and various churches and hospitals. William Henry Vanderbilt was Governor of Rhode Island. In contrast to the Commodore and Billy Vanderbilt, the third and fourth generations grew up ridiculously lavishly and spent their fortunes like crazy. It had been a gift to Willie, given by his wealthy father, William K. Vanderbilt, grandson of the famous Commodore Vanderbilt. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. One time, after a daughter sold her house and asked him to invest the money for her, the Commodore doubled it and then refused to return her money back. [6] Gertrude Vanderbilt (1875-1942), who married Harry Payne Whitney (1872-1930) [7] William Henry Vanderbilt was the fourth child and first son of Cornelius Vanderbilt's 13 children. Florida, in 1904, breaking the one-mile record previously held by Henry Ford. During the past few months the young man had been elected to membership in the Knickerbocker, New York Yacht, Seawanhaka Corinthian, Racket and Tennis, Country, Westchester Polo, and Riding Clubs.