The worth of any enterprise is measured by the ability to su... - Cornelius Vanderbilt

This quote is attributed to Cornelius Vanderbilt.

"The worth of any enterprise is measured by the ability to survive when conditions are most difficult."

Cornelius Vanderbilt Strength

Shipping & Railroad American 1794–1877

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