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Retiring in 1934: $1M grew to $72.7M on a 3% withdrawal

Retiring in 1934 with $1M and a 3% inflation-adjusted withdrawal, the portfolio grew to $72.7M after 50 years. Its worst year was 1937, when the S&P 500 lost 31.2% including dividends.

Portfolio Value: Started in 1934

100% S&P 500
50/50 stocks/bonds (Trinity study mix)
Major market event
Starting: $1,000,000 · Withdrawal: 3.0%