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 (162 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Switzerland | 1 | 3.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 6,231 | $700,000 | 504$ |
| Brazil | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 126,604 | $1,500,000 | 900$ |
| Romania | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 11,390 | $250,000 | 148$ |
| Totals | 3 | 238,941,840 | 144,225 | $2,450,000 | 1,552$ |
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Romania:
Henry Ford revolutionized the auto industry with mass production techniques.
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Brazil:
Henry Ford was interested in resuming the extraction of latex from Brazilian rubber trees.
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Switzerland:
Henry Ford was a notable member of the America First Committee, known for his anti-Semitic views.
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Argentina:
Henry Ford revolutionized automobile production with the introduction of the assembly line for the Ford T.
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Paraguay:
Henry Ford's quote challenges us to think beyond the present and become the leaders needed for long-term construction.
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Romania:
Henry Ford founded the Ford Motor Company and revolutionized the automotive industry with mass production techniques.
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Greece:
Henry Ford is referenced in discussions about far-right figures in American history.
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Italy:
Henry Ford is mentioned for his unsuccessful foray into publishing and his anti-Semitic campaigns.
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Greece:
Henry Ford's America embodied a vision of mass consumption.
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Peru:
Henry Ford is mentioned as an example of someone who created jobs through technological advancement.
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