Henry Ford in His Own Words

Written by Ryan Nagelhout

Part of the Eyewitness to History series

Discover how a farm boy revolutionized industry and shaped a nation.

32 pages· 960L

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From a modest farm to the helm of industrial innovation, Henry Ford transformed the automotive world and American society. Explore his journey of turning simple ideas into groundbreaking success, influencing business practices and even aiding in wartime efforts. What drove this visionary to reshape the world, and how do his innovations continue to impact us today? Dive into the life of a man whose legacy transcends the assembly line.

From the publisher

Henry Ford, founder of the Ford Motor Company, didn’t invent the car or even his famous assembly line. However, he was the innovator who made these things wildly successful. In fact, his practices and ideas shaped American life and business in the twentieth century, even helping the war effort in World War II, and continue to do so today. This biography uses quotations and writings to trace Henry Ford’s rise from humble farm boy to thriving entrepreneur.

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