Henry Ford Leaves Edison to Start Automobile Company
On August 15, 1899, Henry Ford made a pivotal decision to leave his position at the Edison Illuminating Company to pursue his passion for automobiles. Ford, who had been working as an engineer and gaining valuable experience at Edison, was driven by his vision of creating an affordable and practical automobile for the masses. His […]
Ernest Hemingway is Born
On July 21, 1899, Ernest Hemingway, one of the 20th century’s greatest writers, was born in Oak Park, Illinois. Hemingway’s distinctive writing style, characterized by economy and understatement, significantly influenced the development of 20th-century fiction. His adventurous lifestyle and public image fed into his legend, making him an emblem of the lost generation. His works, […]
Aspirin is Patented
German chemist Felix Hoffmann patents acetylsalicylic acid, better known as aspirin, a widely used medication for pain relief, fever reduction, and anti-inflammatory purposes.