Henry Ford
Henry Ford was an American industrialist and founder of the Ford Motor Company, born on July 30, 1863. He is best known for revolutionizing the automobile industry by introducing assembly line production techniques, which drastically reduced the time and cost of manufacturing. This innovation made automobiles affordable for the general public and helped establish the modern auto industry. Ford was also a significant figure in labor relations, implementing the $5 workday to improve employee satisfaction and productivity. His impact on manufacturing and American society remains profound.
Born on Jul 30, 1863 (161 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Honduras | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 9,904,608 | 5,046 | $25,000 | 13$ |
| Spain | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 18,845 | $1,400,000 | 564$ |
| United States | 1 | 5.00 | 0.02% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 73,786 | $21,000,000 | 4,681$ |
| Canada | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 16,662 | $1,700,000 | 745$ |
| Romania | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 7,391 | $250,000 | 96$ |
| Peru | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 32,971,846 | 14,013 | $230,000 | 98$ |
| Venezuela | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 28,435,943 | 15,396 | $48,000 | 26$ |
| Russia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 144,104,080 | 53,750 | $1,500,000 | 559$ |
| Estonia | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 1,326,539 | 499 | $31,000 | 12$ |
| Totals | 9 | 651,743,374 | 205,388 | $26,184,000 | 6,794$ |
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Russia:
Henry Ford is included as a benchmark for successful business figures.
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Peru:
Henry Ford was an American automotive industry magnate.
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Venezuela:
Henry Ford was a pioneer of the American automotive industry, known for creating the assembly line production system.
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Estonia:
Henry Ford was an American automotive industrialist who died in 1947.
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Romania:
Henry Ford revolutionized the automobile industry by developing mass production techniques, making cars accessible to the middle class.
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United States:
Henry Ford learned firsthand about Hugh Johnson's heavy-handed tactics when he refused to comply with the NRA.
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Canada:
Henry Ford ushered in the second industrial revolution with his use of the moving assembly line.
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Spain:
Henry Ford is referenced as an influence on Jean Prouvé's philosophy of industrial production.
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Honduras:
Henry Ford is recognized among the most brilliant people in history.
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United Kingdom:
Henry Ford is described as an ardent antisemite whom Hitler called 'an inspiration'.
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