One of the greatest nations in the world, the United States of America, has long since established a reputation for being The Land of Opportunity. The world has seen entrepreneurs start their businesses and grow to become billionaires, all within this great land. However, it is perhaps a lesser-known fact that America is not only home to those who have carved out name and fame for themselves. It is also home to prosperous dynasties that share the family’s wealth and prosperity amongst themselves.
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While the Kardashians have publicity and the media to thank for their rise to fame and fortune, several families in the country owe their wealth to the exploits of usually just one enterprising member of the family. Amazon may have made Jeff Bezos one of the richest men in the entire world now, but the wealth that some of these other dynastic families possess may surprise you.