Cornelius Vanderbilt Whitney
Cornelius Vanderbilt "C.V." ("Sonny") Whitney (February 20, 1899 — December 13, 1992) was an American businessman, film producer, writer, philanthropist, polo player, and government official, as well as the owner of a leading stable of thoroughbred racehorses.Born in Old Westbury, New York, he was the son of the wealthy and socially prominent Harry Payne Whitney (1872—1932) and Gertrude Vanderbilt (1875—1942). He had a younger sister, Barbara Whitney, and an elder sister, Flora Payne Whitney. As a member of both the Whitney and Vanderbilt families, he inherited a substantial fortune. However, Cornelius Vanderbilt Whitney proved to be a very capable businessman.
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| Birth date | February 20, 1899 |
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| Date of death | December 13, 1992 |
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| Parents | Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney Harry Payne Whitney |
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