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Yes, Andrew Carnegie moved to the United States as a child. He emigrated from Scotland with his family in 1848 when he was around 12 years old. Settling in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he eventually became one of the most prominent industrialists in American history, particularly known for his role in the steel industry.

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