Henry Ford
Henry Ford was an American industrialist who revolutionized automobile manufacturing.
Born in 1863, he founded the Ford Motor Company and pioneered mass production techniques, making cars affordable for middle-class Americans.
Ford's innovations in manufacturing and business practices, known as "Fordism," had a profound impact on industry worldwide.
He was known for paying high wages and implementing the 8-hour workday.
Ford was also controversial for his pacifist stance during World War I and publishing antisemitic materials.
His influence extended beyond automobiles, inspiring works of literature and earning him numerous accolades.
Ford died in 1947, leaving a lasting legacy in American industry and culture.
