David Rockefeller
David Rockefeller was an American banker and philanthropist, and the youngest son of John D. Rockefeller, Jr.
Entrepreneur
June 12, 1915
May 23, 1937
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David Rockefeller, born on June 12, 1915, in New York, was a prominent American banker and philanthropist. He is most renowned for his nearly 20-year tenure as the chief executive of Chase Manhattan Bank. Rockefeller actively participated in various philanthropic endeavors, such as founding the Council of the Americas and contributing to the establishment of the World Trade Center in New York City. Additionally, he advised several presidents and received numerous accolades for his charitable contributions. As an enthusiastic art collector, Rockefeller played a significant role in founding the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. He passed away on March 20, 2017, in Pocantico Hills, New York. Notably, David Rockefeller was the youngest of the five sons of John D. Rockefeller, Jr.