The Richest Woman in America

Biographer Janet Wallach recalled the life of Hetty Green (1834-1916), whose investment of her family inheritance resulted in a net worth of… read more

Biographer Janet Wallach recalled the life of Hetty Green (1834-1916), whose investment of her family inheritance resulted in a net worth of close to $100 million ($2.5 billion adjusted for inflation) by the end of her life. Janet Wallach speaks at Corner Bookshop in New York City and answered questions from the audience. close

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The Richest Woman in America

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Program ID:
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Category:
Public Affairs Event
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Location:
New York, New York, United States
First Aired:
Oct 14, 2012 | 2:01am EDT | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Dec 23, 2012 | 8:32pm EST | C-SPAN 2

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  • Oct 14, 2012 | 2:01am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Oct 14, 2012 | 8:32pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Oct 21, 2012 | 11:29am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Nov 04, 2012 | 3:30am EST | C-SPAN 2
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