About John D. Rockefeller
John D. Rockefeller (1839-1937) was an American oil industry magnate and philanthropist, widely regarded as one of the richest individuals in history. Co-founder of the Standard Oil Company in 1870, he revolutionized the petroleum industry and defined the structure of modern philanthropy through his extensive charitable contributions, including the establishment of the University of Chicago and the Rockefeller Foundation. His business practices and monopoly in the oil industry also made him a controversial figure, leading to major antitrust lawsuits in the early 20th century.
