Start 1861: I Just Inherited the Dutch Throne

"It is said that the Dupont family is the French government and its closest ally. This family can be traced back to your Majesty's uncle, our great French Majesty Napoleon I. At that time, it was the top French family in the United States. I think that if His Majesty takes action, it can be called Dupont. Family helps us”

"DuPont operates in gunpowder and financial capital, which is quite good. Okay, I promise you, but I think the low-interest loan can be set at 1 million pounds."

James finally agreed to Napoleon's request.

DuPont was the purpose of his trip. As for the loan, it was not actually a loss. There was interest, but it was just a little less.

On November 27, 1868, the French-born DuPont family expressed their disbelief that the Hudson Railroad Company would fall into the hands of the "captain's" Vanderbilt. Because of this, one of the largest families in the American Commonwealth expressed its disapproval. After already following the Mellon family, he entered into short selling the stock of Haller's parent company, thereby bringing down "Captain" Vanderbilt.

Unlike the Mellon Group, the DuPont family is the oldest and most unique wealth family in the United States. Although this family is now not as wealthy as the Dutch Randy family, and it is politically difficult to force some families of other ethnic groups, the family has formed an almost monopoly position in the United States. Especially because of the relationship between the old DuPont and President Jefferson, DuPont's development has almost synchronized with the development of the United States for decades.

Therefore, in terms of political influence, even Morgan and Rockefeller are difficult to match.

Now this family has actually stood up and clearly opposed the Dutch-born Vanderbilt. Many people are pondering what this means.

The Secretary of State of the Federal Republic of the United States, Blish, has summoned Al Gore, the Ambassador of the Dutch Embassy in the United States, several times. However, to outsiders, everything seems to be very calm. Could it be that the Netherlands is helpless about this, and President Andrew will force him to do so. Risking his life to help the Dutch captain Vanderbilt fight against the Dupont family?

is that so?

"No, when watching a good show, things often appear in places that people don't expect. That's a 'surprise'."

On November 28, 1868, the Wall Street Times, the largest financial newspaper in the United States, suddenly broke the news that "Captain" Vanderbilt was short-selling the stock of the Hudson Railroad, and on the other hand, he let his broker take all the shares. By selling the contract, through these two methods, Vanderbilt quickly realized the settlement of the case. Hudson's stock reached 40%, achieving monopoly power. After the news came out, the stock was immediately pulled up by retail investors, and those who sold the stock short lost heavily.

After Vanderbilt had taken the Hudson Railroad, news came that the world was shocked.

Henry, the head of the DuPont family, was said to be furious because he participated in short selling this time, even though the DuPont family lost more than $1 million. More importantly, the DuPont family's dignity over the past decades has almost been wiped out, causing a lot of losses both internally and externally.

The Mellon family also became the biggest loser among American families in this short-selling operation. The Mellon family lost a total of more than 2 million US dollars, equivalent to more than 400,000 pounds in pounds.

You know, this is almost enough to buy 3 steam battleships.

On December 1, 1868, Vanderbilt began to close the net, requiring those speculators to fulfill their contracts and make deliveries to him. The same tragedy as Haller's parent company happened.

An emergency board meeting of the Hudson Railway Company was held at the Century Hotel in New York. All shareholders of the Hudson Railway were present, and only shareholders holding at least 3% of the company's shares could attend the meeting. However, the meeting was now full of old faces. , most people don’t know what happened.

"Everyone, please be quiet." It was almost time. Terlins, the original largest shareholder of the Hudson Railroad Company, shouted: "Today's emergency board meeting was held because our company is currently affected by Vanderbilt's stock market crisis. The public is fed up with our 55% stake in the Hudson Railroad Company."

Everyone's expressions couldn't help but change.

Many shareholders even showed dissatisfaction.

"By doing this, is Vanderbilt determined to go ashore to make a living?" The shareholders were in an uproar, and everyone mocked unhappily.

Trins glanced at the man, and then agreed nonchalantly: "Mr. Vanderbilt may have experienced too many winds and waves at sea, so recently he feels that it is safer to stay away from the wind on land."

Trins looked at his pocket watch and said, "It's almost time for the meeting. I think he should be here too."

As soon as Trins finished speaking, Vanderbilt, dressed in formal attire, walked in.

"Mr. Trins, I am Vanderbilt, the man you just discussed who wanted to take shelter on land."

As soon as Vanderbilt came in, he hurriedly came over to say hello to Trins. Vanderbilt, who had coveted the Hudson Railway Company for a long time, naturally would not fail to recognize this current largest shareholder of the Hudson Railway Company.

"Mr. Vanderbilt, in accordance with the requirements that can be made to the board of directors, I have summoned everyone here. I wonder if Mr. Vanderbilt has any advice?"

If someone snatches away your beloved baby, I believe no one will give that person a good look. The Hudson Railway was handled by Trins from planning to completion to operation. It can be said that it is as good as his He is no different from a child. How can he still welcome the murderer with a smile in front of him who intends to take away his child?

Trins replied coldly, "As an old railway company that has been in operation for decades, our Hudson Railway Company will never be afraid of any form of threat." Trins had no idea about the influential figure in the American business community and capitalists in front of him. It's no wonder that you have any good impression of someone who threatens your status.

"Since Mr. Trins is so direct, I won't beat around the bush."

Vanderbilt waved his hand, pointed to the document he took over, and said: "As a shareholder who owns 40% of the shares of the Hudson Railroad Company, I think I request to join the board of directors to participate in the company's daily operations and become the new director. It shouldn’t be too much to ask for such a long time.”

"Shouldn't 40% of the shares be 50%?" Trins asked doubtfully. If it hadn't already exceeded the 50% monopoly line, Vanderbilt would have owned 40% of the shares. In fact, it is difficult for the shares to play a big role in the Hudson Railroad Company, and he will not hold an emergency board meeting like Vanderbilt did.

"What's 50%?" Vanderbilt asked, not quite understanding.

At this moment, a very familiar Vanderbilt voice came from the door, "If you don't understand, I can explain to you why it is 50%."

Vanderbilt was startled and turned to look at the door. He saw a young man about 30 years old, walking smoothly and wearing a well-fitting formal suit, walking in.

Vanderbilt recognized this man. He turned out to be John Morgan, the heir to the Morgan family.