Episode Synopsis "Rockefeller: The Oil King Part 1"

In this episode of American Dynasties, we explore the meteoric rise of John D. Rockefeller and the creation of Standard Oil—an empire that would dominate American industry like no other. From Rockefeller’s early days in Cleveland to the revolutionary tactics he used to build his monopoly, we unravel how he brought order to a chaotic industry and amassed unprecedented wealth and power.But beneath the success story lies a darker reality: communities crushed under the weight of Rockefeller’s ambition and small businesses forced out in the name of progress. Join us as we peel back the layers of a complex legacy—one that redefined the American Dream and set the stage for a national reckoning.

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