A Timeline Of Ford Motor Company
The Ford Explorer SUV is waning in popularity. Since the company's founding in 1903, the name Ford has been synonymous with the automotive industry. Company founder Henry Ford Sr. became known for innovation, transforming cars into commodities for the masses and his company into an American icon. June 16, 1903: Henry Ford and 11 investors sign articles of incorporation for Ford Motor Company in Michigan. Oct. 1, 1908: Ford introduces the Model T, which became one of the most popular cars in the world. Oct. 7, 1913: The Highland Park plant in Michigan begins operations as the first moving automobile assembly line in the world. 5 per day for eight-hour work days and 15,000 job seekers clamor for 3,000 jobs at the Model T Plant in Highland Park. 2.34 per day for nine hours. March 1, 1941: Ford begins to produce general-purpose "jeeps" for the U.S. Jan. 17, 1956: Ford common stock goes on sale, with 10.2 million shares sold in the first day, representing 22 percent of the company. Sept. 7, 1987: Ford acquires 75 percent of Aston Martin Lagonda, Ltd. 5.3 billion, the highest of any auto company to date.
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