J.P. Morgan, born on April 17, 1837, in Hartford, Connecticut, was the son of a successful banker, Junius Spencer Morgan. He graduated from the Hartford Public High School and later attended the University of Göttingen in Germany, where he studied finance and banking. His career began at his father's banking firm, and he quickly rose through the ranks to establish his own influential banking practice. Morgan was instrumental in the formation of General Electric and U.S. Steel, among many other major corporations.
| Personal Details | Bio Data |
|---|---|
| Name | John Pierpont Morgan |
| Date of Birth | April 17, 1837 |
| Place of Birth | Hartford, Connecticut |
| Occupation | Banker, Financier |
| Notable Achievements | Founder of J.P. Morgan & Co., Key figure in the creation of U.S. Steel and General Electric |
| Date of Death | March 31, 1913 |
