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William J. Kountz

William J. Rountree was an American business founder who established the William J. Rountree Company, a New York City steamship agency and brokerage.

Nationality
American
Language
English

William J. Rountree was an American entrepreneur who established the William J. Rountree Company in New York City in 1912. The firm operated as a steamship agent and brokerage.

Although not a literary figure, Rountree's namesake company played a notable role in maritime history. During World War II, the company actively supported the war effort by chartering and operating Liberty ships and Victory ships.