Alfred Pell

1805–1869 (age 64)

Businessman/Philanthropist

Biography

Alfred Pell was a prominent businessman and philanthropist whose financial acumen and generous spirit contributed significantly to his community. Through his business ventures and charitable endeavors, Pell demonstrated a commitment to both commercial success and social responsibility that characterized the best of nineteenth-century American enterprise.

Pell's legacy reflects his dedication to improving the lives of those around him through both economic activity and philanthropic works. Remembered at West Point Cemetery, he stands as an example of how business success can be coupled with meaningful contributions to the greater good.