William Fargo

William Fargo was a 19th-century American businessman best known for co-founding the American Express Company and the banking firm Wells Fargo & Co. He played a key role in developing banking and financial services during a time of rapid expansion westward in the United States. Fargo helped establish reliable banking, express, and transportation services, which supported commerce and settlement across the country. His work contributed significantly to the growth of financial infrastructure, making it easier for businesses and individuals to send money, carry valuables, and conduct trade across great distances.