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The Breakers: A Glimpse into the Vanderbilt Dynasty
The Breakers, a majestic mansion located in Newport, Rhode Island, stands as a testament to the opulence and ambition of the Vanderbilt family. This architectural marvel, often referred to as an American palace, was constructed at the behest of Cornelius Vanderbilt II, the grandson of the family patriarch, Cornelius Vanderbilt. Measuring over 130,000 square feet with an impressive 70 rooms, including 33 bedrooms and 20 bathrooms, The Breakers epitomizes the lavish lifestyle of America’s Gilded Age elite.