As the wealthiest person in America, Stephen Girard helped to finance the War of 1812 and left the bulk of his estate to provide this to the underprivileged.
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As the wealthiest person in America, Stephen Girard helped to finance the War of 1812 and left the bulk of his estate to provide this to the underprivileged.
Education. Girard College, still in existence today, was opened in 1868 in Philadelphia. The “college” is an elementary school and high school. Originally, the school educated orphan boys. It now admits girls as well.