The Richest Man in History: How Rockefeller Built a Monopoly

John D. Rockefeller was the first billionaire in history. His company, Standard Oil, controlled 90% of the market until the government forced it to break up. But that punishment only made him richer. In this video we uncover: The "Standard Oil" strategy: How he crushed competition. The Cleveland Massacre and secret railroad deals. Why the 1911 Supreme Court breakup was actually a gift. How Exxon, Mobil, and Chevron were born from his empire. The invention of PR (Public Relations) and his massive philanthropy. Was he a Robber Baron or a Captain of Industry? Watch to find the Hidden Logic.