The Life of Andrew Carnegie

By Leilany B-R
  • The birth of Andrew Carnegie

    The birth of Andrew Carnegie

    He was born to a poor weaver in Scotland.

  • Andrew Carnegie goes to America

    Around the age of 13, Andrew is brought to America with his family.

  • Andrew Carnegie leaves the railroads

    He leaves the railroads to start his own company that makes railroad bridges from iron.

  • Andrew Carnegie and his company

    Andrew Carnegie consolidated into the Carnegie Steel Company which soon caused him to control a quarter of American Iron and steel production.

  • Andrew Carnegie retires

    At the age of 66, Andrew Carnegie retired.

  • Andrew Carnegie gives a gift

    He gave a gift of 125 million dollars to establish the Carnegie Corporation of America which funds institutions and organizations that conduct research on education and public affairs.