About James McQueen
Lived 1866 – 1925 (aged 59). James McQueen was an American businessperson.
James William McQueen (April 15, 1866 – April 20, 1925) was an American businessperson. He served as the president of Sloss-Sheffield Steel & Iron Company from 1918 to 1925.
McQueen was born on April 15, 1866, in Society Hill, South Carolina, to John McQueen and Sarah Pickens. His father was a member of Congress from 1816 until secession, and he served in the Confederate Congress from 1861 to 1865. and received his early education in private schools under the well known educators Daniel Collier and Joseph A. Taylor. He began in the transportation department, but in the following year was made auditor of the company.
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Who was James McQueen?
American steel industry businessperson
When was James McQueen born?
James McQueen was born on 15 April 1866 in Society Hill.
When did James McQueen die?
James McQueen died on 20 April 1925 in New York City.
What was James McQueen's occupation?
James McQueen was a businessperson.
What nationality was James McQueen?
James McQueen was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James McQueen. https://biography.guide/james-mcqueen/
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