Henry Sands Brooks

Henry Sands Brooks (September 8, 1772 – December 21, 1833) was an American clothier and businessman. He founded Brooks Brothers, the oldest clothier in the United States.

Early life

Henry Sands Brooks was born on September 8, 1772. His father was a doctor from Connecticut. He had a brother, John.

Career

He moved to New York City and worked as a grocer.

In 1818, at the age of forty-five, he purchased a building on the corner of Cherry Street and Catherine Street in Manhattan and founded Brooks Brothers.