George Fisher Baker

George Fisher Baker
President of First National Bank of New York
In office
1877–1909
Preceded bySamuel C. Thompson
Succeeded byFrancis L. Hine
Personal details
Born(1840-03-27)March 27, 1840
Troy, New York, U.S.
DiedMay 2, 1931(1931-05-02) (aged 91)
New York City, U.S.
SpouseFlorence Tucker Baker
Children
Known forFinancial acumen; philanthropy[1]

George Fisher Baker (March 27, 1840 – May 2, 1931) was an American financier and philanthropist. Known as the "Dean of American Banking", he was also known for his taciturnity.[1] Baker made a fortune after the Civil War in railroads and banking, and at his death was estimated to be the third-richest man in the United States, after Henry Ford and John D. Rockefeller.[2]

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