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The term "robber barons" refers to a group of wealthy and powerful industrialists and business magnates in the late 19th century United States, such as John D. Rockefeller and Andrew Carnegie. They often viewed their success as a result of personal merit and hard work, promoting the idea of the "American Dream." However, their accumulation of wealth frequently involved exploitative practices, monopolistic behaviors, and minimal regard for labor rights, leading to a mixed legacy of innovation and inequality. Ultimately, they justified their actions by claiming they contributed to economic growth and progress, despite the social costs.

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Who were the so-called robber barons and what was the way they looked at their success?

The term "robber barons" refers to a group of wealthy and powerful 19th-century American industrialists and financiers, such as John D. Rockefeller, Andrew Carnegie, and J.P. Morgan, who amassed significant fortunes through often exploitative practices in industries like railroads, oil, and steel. They viewed their success as a result of hard work, innovation, and risk-taking, often justifying their wealth as a means to contribute to society through philanthropy and advancements in industry. However, their practices frequently involved monopolistic tactics, labor exploitation, and political manipulation, leading to significant social and economic disparities.


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