Harris C. Fahnestock

Harris C. Fahnestock (February 27, 1835 – June 4, 1914) was an American investment banker.[1][2]

Biography

He was a "successful investment banker and financial advisor to President Abraham Lincoln." He co-founded First Nation Bank of New York, a predecessor to Citigroup.[3]

He was father of Harris Fahnestock (1869-1939).[4]

One of his grandsons was William Fahnstock, who, at age 23, was the youngest member of the New York Stock Exchange.

Fahnestock & Co. was founded in 1881, which eventually led to creation of Oppenheimer & Co. in 1950.[3]

References

  1. ↑ Fahnestock, Harris C. (Harris Charles), 1835-1914
  2. ↑ "The Fabulous Fahnestock Mansions Part 1: Townhouses". Schoolfield Country House. March 12, 2018.
  3. 1 2
  4. ↑


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