Andrew Carnegie's life was a true "rags to riches" story. Born to a poor Scottish family that immigrated to the United States, Carnegie became a powerful businessman and a leading force in the American steel industry. Today, he is remembered as an industrialist, millionaire, and philanthropist. Carnegie believed that the wealthy had an obligation to give back to society, so he donated much of his fortune to causes like education and peace.

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Andrew Carnegie

	From Rags to Riches "Andrew Carnegie Grows Up Working"
	Giving Away His Fortune "Andrew Carnegie, Philanthropist"
	Learning from Mom and Dad "Andrew Carnegie and His Parents"