The Harkness and Flagler families help form Standard Oil

from Gilded Greats · host Don Schueler

Today we discuss the Harkness and Flagler families and how they teamed up with JD Rockefeller to found Standard Oil. Perhaps you're familiar with Henry Flagler, whose name is practically synonymous with the sunshine state of Florida. What about the Harkness family? Not many connect them to the Standard Oil story but should. Visit gildedgreats.com for intriguing stories and family photos, including the Harkness and Flagler legacies.

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