Joseph Wharton, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Joseph Wharton

American industrialist

Date of Birth: 03-Mar-1826

Place of Birth: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Date of Death: 11-Jan-1909

Profession: scientist, businessperson, engineer, entrepreneur, business magnate, metallurgist

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Joseph Wharton (March 3, 1826 – January 11, 1909) was an American industrialist.
He was involved in mining, manufacturing and education.
He founded the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, co-founded the Bethlehem Steel company, and was one of the founders of Swarthmore College.