Captains of Industry
The Story of Leland Stanford
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“The Story of Leland Stanford” is presented as an installment of Captains of Industry. The title points to a program focused on Stanford, the businessman and public figure associated with the development of the American West.
This radio presentation offers a biographical subject rather than a fictional adventure, inviting listeners to hear about a prominent figure through the program’s account of his life and work. Its historical focus makes it suited to listeners interested in American industry and the people whose careers shaped it.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.