Want to know more about the man behind Vizcaya? Here are some fast facts. #1) James Deering made his fortune in the family business. He was the VP of International Harvester, agricultural machinery manufacturer, and was awarded the Legion of Honor in 1906 for his impact on the industry in France. #2) He built Vizcaya in Miami to escape the harsh winters of his native Chicago. #3) Quite the private person, we know little about his personal life. He died a bachelor, leaving Vizcaya to his nieces, Marion Deering McCormick and Barbara Deering Danielson. Thank you to @hendrix.jules for suggesting we cover this topic. To inspire our next video, leave your questions and thoughts in the comments. -------------- ¿Quieres saber más sobre James Deering? #1) James Deering fue vicepresidente de International Harvester, fabricante de maquinaria agrícola, y recibió la Legión de Honor en 1906 por su impacto en la industria en Francia. #2) Construyó Vizcaya en Miami para escapar de los duros inviernos de Chicago. #3) Conocemos poco sobre su vida personal. Murió soltero, dejando Vizcaya a sus sobrinas, Marion Deering McCormick y Barbara Deering Danielson. Para inspirar nuestro próximo video, deja tus preguntas y pensamientos en los comentarios. #passiontravel #ilovemiami #miamistyle #miamilove #keybiscayne #historicplace #gildedagemansions #vizcayamuseum #historylover #historyfacts #gotravel #periodhome #historicalarchitecture #thisplacematters #ancientbuilding #historicalhomes #traditionalarchitecture #stonewalls #historicsite #historicarchitecture #oldhousecharm