Sam Walton
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| Samuel Moore Walton | |
|---|---|
| Born | March 29, 1918 Kingfisher, Oklahoma, United States |
| Died | April 6, 1992 Little Rock, Arkansas, United States |
| Cause of death | Multiple myeloma |
| Occupation | Chairman, Wal-Mart |
| Net worth | $15.2 billion 1985- 1988 Forbes 400 |
Samuel Moore Walton was an United States businessman. He was born on March 29, 1918 near Kingfisher, Oklahoma. Walton is the person who created the well-known American stores, Wal-Mart and Sam's Club. Walton was born to Thomas Gibson Walton and Nancy Lee Walton. He was part of the Walton family, which is one of the richest families in the world. Walton died on April 6, 1992.
He was a billionaire but was known for driving a pick-up truck instead of an expensive car.