Listed In: Philanthropists
Birthdate: May 19, 1795
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States
Died: December 24, 1873
Johns Hopkins was a prominent American merchant, investor, and philanthropist known for his substantial impact on the growth of Baltimore, Maryland. He played a pivotal role in the prosperity of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, serving as its finance director. Hopkins further contributed to the community by holding the position of president at the Merchants’ National Bank in Baltimore. During the Civil War, he supported Abraham Lincoln and the Union cause, showcasing his philanthropic nature by establishing free medical facilities, orphanages, and schools to aid individuals in need, without regard to their background.
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