Chauncey Rose

Chauncey Rose
Rose from Who-When-What Book, published in 1900
Born(1794-12-24)December 24, 1794
Wethersfield, Connecticut, United States
DiedAugust 13, 1877(1877-08-13) (aged 82)
Terre Haute, Indiana
OccupationBusinessman
Known forSignificant impact on railroad building in the United States

Chauncey Rose (December 24, 1794 – August 13, 1877) was an American businessman during the 19th century. He became known as the railroad king for his enthusiastic support of railroad development in the United States during the 19th century.

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