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Who Knew? February 28, 1903
« on: February 28, 2007, 05:33:05 AM »
Henry Ford hired John F. and Horace E. Dodge to supply the chassis and running gear for his 650 Ford automobiles. John and Horace, who began their business careers as bicycle manufacturers in 1897, first entered the automobile industry as manufacturers of auto parts in 1901. Manufacturing car bodies for Henry Ford and Ransom Olds, the Dodge Brothers had become the largest parts-manufacturing firm in the U.S. by 1910. In 1914, the brothers founded the Dodge Brothers Motor Car Company, and began work on their first automobiles. Dodge vehicles were known for their quality and sturdiness, and by 1919 the Dodge Brothers were among the richest men in America. Their good fortune didn't hold, however. Both brothers died of influenza in 1920. Their company was sold to a New York bank, before eventually being purchased by Chrysler in 1928. Under Chrysler's direction, Dodge became a successful producer of cars and trucks marketed for their ruggedness.
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Re: Who Knew? February 28, 1903
« Reply #1 on: February 28, 2007, 07:14:03 AM »
Both brothers died of influenza in 1920

Not me, brother!  I'm gonna live forever!    :P

Interesting stuff on The Dodge Brothers.  Thanks.    :)
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Re: Who Knew? February 28, 1903
« Reply #2 on: March 30, 2007, 08:07:39 PM »
The Dodge boys also made engines for the early Cadillac that were superior to the factory engines. These guys were really good at what they did.

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