Elihu Yale

Elihu Yale was a wealthy American-born merchant and philanthropist from the late 17th and early 18th centuries. He made his fortune through trade and eventually moved to Britain, where he became involved in politics and commerce. Yale is most famously connected to Yale University, which was named after him following his financial support and donation in the 18th century. His contributions helped establish and develop the institution, making his name well known in educational history. Despite controversies surrounding his legacy, Yale's name remains associated with one of the world’s leading universities.