Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

James Gordon Bennett Jr.

Role / Field:

Pioneering American publisher, known for organizing major US sports events and sponsoring expeditions.

Born:

1841-05-10

Died:

1918-05-14

Century / Era:

1841s Historical Era

Database Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

Origins & Early Journey

Innovation & Iconic Era

Legacy & Impact

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