sep 7, 1872 - Credit Moblier Scandal
Description:
The Credit Mobilier construction company charged the railroad far higher rates than usual, and cash and $9 million in discounted stock were given as bribes to 15 powerful Washington politicians, including the Vice-President, the Secretary of the Treasury, four senators, and the Speaker and other members of the House.Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 7, 1872
Now
~ 151 years ago
