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David Rockefeller
(1915 - 2017)
American banker and businessman
American banker and businessman
American banker, chairman of Chase Manhattan Bank, and philanthropist who shaped global finance and the arts.
Born in 1915 in Manhattan, David Rockefeller was the youngest grandson of Standard Oil co-founder John D. Rockefeller.
He joined Chase National Bank in 1946 and became chairman and CEO of Chase Manhattan Bank, expanding its international presence during the Cold War.
A pioneer in global finance, he founded the Trilateral Commission and influenced U.S. economic policy discussions.
Rockefeller dedicated himself to philanthropy, supporting institutions like the Museum of Modern Art and advancing agricultural development.
Over his long life, he donated hundreds of millions to education, health, and conservation causes.
He passed away in 2017 at age 101, leaving a lasting financial and charitable legacy.
David Rockefeller