Campbell Steel Co.

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The rise and dominance of the steel monopoly in the 19th century was a significant development in the industrial landscape. This period witnessed the emergence of powerful steel companies that controlled the production, distribution, and pricing of steel, iron and other industrial resources. Several key factors contributed to the establishment of the steel monopoly. Technical innovation's allowed companies to produce large quantities of steel more efficiently, giving them a competitive advantage. Furthermore, the expansion of railroads played a crucial role in the rise of the steel monopoly, as the construction of these railroads required vast amounts of steel, and the smartest companies capitalized on this demand, supplying the necessary materials and solidifying their dominance in the market. One such company was Campbell Steel, founded by Alastair Campbell off of finances and resources beget through periods predating the California Gold Rush. Originated in Albany, New York and Based in West Elizabeth with a production line to Lemoyne; Campbell Steel is a company with a bloodline lineage originating from the Celts. They would eventually become one of if not the largest mining corporation and steel producer in South Tahoma. Currently believed to possess ventures all throughout the state, the companies' recent endeavors have now led them to Strawberry, Big Valley with the intention of expanding their operations and embracing the local industries at the behest of Alastair's grandson, Richard Campbell - an aspiring Baron.

 

 

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James Campbell, c. 1890; Richard Campbell's father

Robber Baron, a pejorative term for one of the powerful 19th-century American industrialists and financiers who made fortunes by monopolizing huge industries through the formation of trusts, engaging in unethical business practices, exploiting workers, and paying little heed to their customers or competition. Alternatively, those who credit the explosive growth of American capitalism during this period to the indefatigable pursuit of success and material wealth are likely to celebrate these entrepreneurial tycoons as “captains of industry.” Among the sectors in which they compiled their great wealth were the oil, steel, liquor, cotton, textile, and tobacco industries, railroads, and banks. In other words, the robber barons transformed the wealth of the American frontier into vast financial empires, amassing their fortunes by monopolizing essential industries. In turn, these monopolies were built upon the liberal use of tactics that would soon be the hallmark of organized crime: intimidation, violence, corruption, conspiracies, and fraud. In their time they were often praised as visionary businessmen, but their practices, when examined closely, were often predatory and unfair.

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OOC Synopsis: Although a legitimate business that will be roleplayed as such; this business faction and the roleplay showcased on this thread will be primarily dedicated to the revitalization of Strawberry. Roleplay will be done, events will be held, interactions had, and scenarios created all with the vision of transforming Strawberry into a period-appropriate resort and bustling trade hub/company town if roleplay flows this way. Otherwise, we will be roleplaying a morally questionable industrial company set out to expand their business ventures and areas of expertise throughout West Elizabeth.
Participating in the concept, whether directly through the company as an employee, partner or as a Strawberry/West Elizabeth local can easily be achieved through IC interactions or by contacting me OOCLY via forum PM's or on Discord @ wheresfronto

[All Down But Nine]

yep this going up

[Bailey]

To the fuckin' stars. 🌠

[MiaMika]

I love this and wish you unmitigated success. Hit my DMs for whatever admin-abuse will help see you flourish, pardner. 

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PRONGHORN RANCH; Part. I

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PRONGHORN RANCH; Part II
"The interesting thing is that we not only accept the tyranny of the dollar, the tyranny of the marketplace, but we embrace it. We gladly carry the yoke of monarchies from old and live by it our whole lives. Maybe like theirs, our empires will fall, and the cycle will continue. That's why I'm so remorseless. Because time is short in this growing world, and I won't die worthless." - James Campbell, 1850

 

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LIEBKNECHTS ARTS & CRAFTS; Part I

“That no man should scruple, or hesitate a moment, to use arms in defense of so valuable a blessing, on which all the good and evil of life depends, is clearly my opinion.”
- George Washington, letter to George Mason April 5th, 1769

 

 

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FOUR DAYS BEFORE ELECTIONS . . .

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