William Chapman Ralston
William Chapman Ralston | |
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| Born | January 12, 1826 Wellsville, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | August 27, 1875 (aged 49) |
| Burial place | Lone Mountain Cemetery; later moved to Cypress Lawn Memorial Park |
| Other names | W. C. Ralston, Chap Ralston |
| Occupation(s) | Businessman and financier |
| Known for | Founder of the Bank of California |
| Spouse |
Elizabeth Fry (m. 1858) |
| Children | 4 |
William Chapman Ralston (January 12, 1826 – August 27, 1875) was a San Francisco businessman and financier, and the founder of the Bank of California.