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A robber baron or robber knight (German Raubritter) was an unscrupulous feudal landowner who resorted to banditry while protected by his fief's legal status. Medieval robber barons robbed merchants, land travelers, and river traffic. They might rob cargoes, steal entire ships, or kidnap for ransom.
Examples of Robber Barons. As the term robber baron came into common usage, it was often applied to a small group of men. Notable examples were: 1  Cornelius Vanderbilt, owner of steamship lines and railroads.2  Andrew Carnegie, steel manufacturer.s the term robber baron came into common usage, it was often applied to a small group of men. Notable examples were: 1  Cornelius Vanderbilt, owner of steamship lines and railroads. 2  Andrew Carnegie, steel manufacturer.