The Life of Andrew Carnegie

Birth of Andrew Carnegie

1835

Born in Scottland.

Came to America

1848

Arrived with his family when he was thirteen.

Started working in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

1853

At eighteen he was working as the private secretary to a railroad official.

First Steel Mill

1873

After leaving the railroad company he started a railroad bridge. Then eight years later started his first Steel Mill.

Consolidated Steel Company

1899

He controlled a quarter of American iron and steel production.