John Jacob Astor Rank
About John Jacob Astor
John Jacob Astor is officially considered to be the United States’ first entrepreneur to become a multi-millionaire. The German-American businessman, merchant, investor and real estate mogul acquired wealth through both legal and ruthless means.
He first ventured into fur trade after he encountered a fur trader. Trading in fur brought him immense wealth, just like his opium-smuggling venture. He went on to invest in lands in New York City, becoming even wealthier as a real estate mogul.
Family Life
He was born Johann Jakob Astor to Maria Magdelena vom Berg and Johann Jacob Astor. After immigrating to England, he changed his name by anglicizing it.
He would later move to New York City, where he would marry Sarah Cox Todd in 1785. They had eight children and she died in 1842.
Death
He died on March 29, 1848, at the age of 84.
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F.A.Q. about John Jacob Astor
When is his birthday?
John Jacob Astor's birthday is on July 17, 1763.
In how many days is his birthday?
John Jacob Astor's birthday is in 85 days
How old was John Jacob Astor when he died?
He was 84 years old.
When did he die?
He died in March 29, 1848.
How old would he be today?
John Jacob Astor would be 260 years old if he was alive today.
Where was John Jacob Astor from?
He was born in Walldorf, Germany.