Bernard Baruch was an American financier, stock investor, philanthropist, statesman, and presidential advisor during both World War I and II. Born in 1870 in South Carolina, he became known as the 'Lone Wolf of Wall Street' for his unique investment strategies and foresight. Baruch played a key role in advising multiple U.S. presidents, offering counsel on economic policies, particularly during times of crisis like the Great Depression and the world wars. He was also an advocate for disarmament and international cooperation, promoting peace and stability through diplomacy.