Frick biography

Henry Clay Frick (Decem – December 2, ) was an American industrialist, financier, and art patron. He founded the H. C. Frick & Company coke manufacturing company, and later became chairman of the Carnegie Steel Company. Henry Clay Frick (born Decem, West Overton, Pennsylvania, U.S.—died December 2, , New York City) was a U.S. industrialist, art collector, and philanthropist who helped build the world’s largest coke and steel operations. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
For the next two decades, as the expansion of the railways created an ever-increasing demand for iron and steel, Frick dedicated himself wholeheartedly to the joint fortunes of the H. C. Frick Coke Company and the Carnegie Brothers Steel Company.