This family owns half of London for the last 400 years.
And it all started with a strategic wedding in 1677...
Today, their wealth is valued at $14 billion.
Here’s how they did it:
The year is 1655 and the person who started the legacy is born:
• Thomas Grosvenor, the 3rd Baronet.
From a young age, he took on important responsibilities, including managing the family estate.
But this was only the beginning…
In 1677, he married Mary Davies.
But this move had an ulterior motive…
You see, Mary brought Thomas a substantial amount of land, enabling him to start implementing his plans.
And the surprising part?
He was known for:
• His service to the community
• His philanthropic efforts
From 1679 to 1681, Thomas served as a Member of Parliament for Chester.
He participated in political discussions that later helped him expand his family’s Empire.
But we’ve seen nothing yet…
The family was able to maintain and grow their estates through the centuries by emphasizing 2 key principles:
• Stability
• Continuity
Almost 20 years later, Thomas passed away, and his son Richard Grosvenor took over.
During his tenure, the land began to take shape ↓
In the early 19th century Robert Grosvenor, the 1st Marquess of Westminster took over.
He saw an opportunity:
• Attract wealthy people and businesses in Mayfair.
And this move played a vital role in shaping London as we know it today:
A few years later Belgravia's development followed.
Robert combined:
• Elegance
• Functionality
• Exclusivity
Which led to:
• Wide streets
• Beautiful Squares
• Uniform Architectural Styles
His leadership and dedication to the project made him stand out ↓
In 1874, the leadership fell to Hugh Lupus Grosvenor, the 1st Duke of Westminster.
The title "Duke" emphasized:
• The family's immense wealth
• Their involvement in the developments of London
He was known for his dedication to expanding London’s estates.
In the early 20th century, Hugh Grosvenor, the 2nd Duke of Westminster took charge.
He earned respect and admiration for his leadership during World War I.
And he is one of the reasons why the family business continues to thrive today.
Prepare for intense goosebumps ↓
In 1970, Gerald Grosvenor became the leader and achieved remarkable targets.
He was the first to expand the company overseas.
Was that a wise move after all?
We now arrive at the present.
In 2016, Gerald passed away and the 7th Duke of Westminster Hugh Grosvenor took the leadership.
The crazy part?
He was only 25.
Despite his age, he led the company to significant successes and demonstrated his capabilities ↓
The family’s legacy continues to be maintained and expanded.
The “Baby-Face” Billionaire (Hugh Grosvenor) is still in charge at 33 and has a lot to achieve…
For now, their net worth is approximately $14 Billion.
• Strategic planning.
• Training the next generation.
• Having faith in the project.
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