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The Richest Women in American History: Power, Wealth, and Legacy

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Alice Walton: The New Queen of Billions

1. Alice Walton

Daughter of Walmart founder Sam Walton, Alice Walton stands at the top of the wealthiest women list with a fortune surpassing $60 billion. While she’s not involved in the day-to-day operations of Walmart, Walton has made a name for herself in the arts, having founded the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas.

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