""Jay Cooke: Financier of the Civil War V2"" is a biography written by Ellis Paxson Oberholtzer about the life and career of Jay Cooke, a prominent American banker and financier during the Civil War. The book is the second volume of a two-part series that covers Cooke's life from his birth in 1821 to his death in 1905. The book begins with Cooke's involvement in financing the Union Army during the Civil War, including his role in selling government bonds to help fund the war effort. It then delves into Cooke's personal life, including his marriage to Dorothea Elizabeth Allen and his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as President Abraham Lincoln and financier J.P. Morgan. Throughout the book, Oberholtzer provides a detailed account of Cooke's business ventures, including his involvement in the railroad industry and his founding of the Northern Pacific Railroad. He also explores Cooke's philanthropic efforts, including his support of education and his involvement in the construction of the United States Capitol dome. Overall, ""Jay Cooke: Financier of the Civil War V2"" provides a comprehensive look at the life and career of one of America's most influential financiers during a pivotal period in the nation's history.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
