James A. Farrell Jr.

American businessman (1901–1966)1

James Augustine Farrell Jr. (January 13, 1901 – September 15, 1978) was an American shipping executive and the founder of Farrell Lines, a major U.S.-based shipping line.2

From Wikipedia’s article on James A. Farrell Jr. (this version), CC BY-SA 4.0.

Born 1901, died 1966.1

About

Established in 1925, Farrell Lines initially focused on trade routes between the United States and South Africa before expanding its operations globally. Farrell was the son of James A. Farrell, Sr., the president of the United States Steel Corporation, and continued his family’s legacy of involvement in international commerce. Under his leadership, Farrell Lines became one of the largest privately owned shipping companies in the United States, playing a significant role in maritime logistics during the mid-20th century.

From Wikipedia’s article on James A. Farrell Jr., shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.2

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