Lewis Ginter, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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American businessman and philanthropist
Date of Birth: 24-Apr-1824
Place of Birth: New York City, New York, United States
Date of Death: 01-Oct-1897
Profession: military officer
Nationality: United States
Zodiac Sign: Taurus 
About Lewis Ginter
- Major Lewis Ginter (April 24, 1824 – October 1, 1897) was a prominent businessman, military officer, real estate developer, and philanthropist centered in Richmond, Virginia.
- A native of New York City, Ginter accumulated a considerable fortune throughout his numerous business ventures and became Richmond's wealthiest citizen despite his exceptionally modest demeanor.
- While the Jefferson Hotel, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, and Ginter Park embody some of Ginter's major urban contributions to Richmond, many of his philanthropic gifts were given anonymously to charitable organizations and individuals in need.
- His continued devotion to Richmond is captured in his famous remark, "I am for Richmond, first and last."
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