Andrew Carnegie (1835–1919) was a Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist who led the expansion of the American steel industry in the late 19th century, becoming one of the richest Americans in history. He immigrated to the United States as a child, worked various jobs including telegraph operator and railroad superintendent, and eventually built Carnegie Steel Company, which he sold in 1901 to form the basis of the U.S. Steel Corporation. He was also a major philanthropist, giving away nearly 90 percent of his fortune to charities, universities, and foundations, famously promoting the idea that the wealthy should use their riches to benefit society, known as "The Gospel of Wealth." Carnegie's influence extended beyond business to significant social and cultural contributions through his philanthropy. Would more detail about his business, philanthropy, or early life be helpful?
