Living life in Scotland during the 19th century was not uncomplicated, for there was much poverty. Although, there were still people who believed in the importance of working hard. William Carnegie, a handloom weaver and Margaret Carnegie, a shoe binder did all they could to live sufficiently. On November of 1835, Margaret gave birth to her first child, whom would later move on into being one of the most successful businessmen of his time. Andrew Carnegie, philanthropist and industrialist rose his way to the top, from earning $1.20 a week in a factory, to soon the most profitable businessmen in America.
Carnegie, like any other coal miner had experienced the dangers and troubles any “average coal miner” would. Life as a coal miner was tough,
Carnegie, like any other coal miner had experienced the dangers and troubles any “average coal miner” would. Life as a coal miner was tough,