The historian admits that the businessmen's methods were unethical, but claims that this was necessary for the success of their companies.
The historian claims that the captains of the industry had questionable methods that were unethical and could be seen as negative. However, he states that this type of attitude was justifiable so that companies could grow, be efficient and productive, generating trade patterns that would be beneficial to all and would establish the parameters of American commerce, in addition to creating entrepreneurship models.
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