Ernest Oppenheimer
South African businessman (1880–1957) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Sir Ernest Oppenheimer KStJ (22 May 1880 – 25 November 1957), was a diamond and gold mining entrepreneur, financier and philanthropist,[1][2][3] who controlled De Beers and founded the Anglo American Corporation of South Africa.
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Born | (1880-05-22)22 May 1880 |
Died | 25 November 1957(1957-11-25) (aged 77) |
Nationality | South African |
Citizenship | South African citizenship |
Occupation | Entrepreneur |
Known for | Anglo American plc |
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Children | Frank Oppenheimer Harry Oppenheimer |
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