There's a lot of focus and attention on billionaires nowadays (both good and bad), but one name from The Gilded Age often gets overlooked: Hetty Green.
Called "The Queen of Wall Street" to her face, and "The Witch of Wall Street" behind her back, Hetty built a fortune at a time when investing in stocks and shares was not something women were encouraged to do.
Her ability to generate and maintain wealth was so impressive, she even lent money to the city of New York to keep it afloat during difficult times.
Let's dive into her life and incredible career and fascinating life of America's Richest Woman!
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