Jacob F. Schoellkopf

Biography

Jacob F. Schoellkopf was born in Germany in 1819 and emigrated to America, where he became an industrialist in Buffalo, establishing flour mills, grain elevators, and enterprises that harnessed the power of Niagara Falls.

His ability to combine practical engineering with ambitious investment helped create the foundations of the region's hydroelectric development, and he was known for his commitment to philanthropy and the welfare of his employees.