E.H. Harriman

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The narrative follows Edward Henry Harriman's rise from humble beginnings, starting as a Wall Street errand boy at just 14 years old. Despite his early departure from formal education, he quickly ascends the financial ranks, becoming a managing clerk and eventually a stockbroker with a seat on the New York Stock Exchange. The story highlights his determination and ambition, set against a backdrop of a well-connected family and the bustling financial world of the late 19th century.