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Heckscher, August

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Heckscher, August (1848–1941)

German-born US mining executive, real estate owner, and philanthropist. Through diligence and good fortune, and after managing coal mines in Pennsylvania, he acquired New Jersey land that contained the richest zinc deposits in the USA; he fought a famous legal battle to keep the land (1887–97). Heckscher profited greatly in New York real estate (after 1904). He established the Heckscher Foundation for Children (1921) and donated to day nurseries, dental clinics, parks, and playgrounds. Heckscher was born in Hamburg, Germany. He emigrated to New York City in 1867 and taught himself English.



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