Tag: History

How the Humble Ice Cube Made Business History

Gather round while I tell you the story of Kennebec Ice. It’s a story full of valuable business lessons even though it happened long ago. Once upon a time, before the invention of modern refrigeration,…

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The Doral Boat – Rich in Canadian History

Canadians may not be known for the boats they manufacture but they actually have a good history with it. The Chemin du Roy, a road along the St. Lawrence River shore in Quebec, Canada, is…

The History of Austrian Airlines at JFK

1. Return to JFK: Two decades after Austrian Airlines launched its original, but unsuccessful transatlantic service to New York–a joint operation with Sabena Belgian World Airways inaugurated on April 1, 1969 with a Boeing 707-320…

A Brief History Of The Bucket

The bucket has been a part of human history for thousands of years. Thought to originate from the word “buc”, which meant pitcher in Old English, the word first came into use in the 13th…

Some Interesting McDonald’s Franchise History

The first McDonald’s franchise was given to Nathan Fox in 1953 and opened in Phoenix Arizona. This was thirteen years after the McDonald brothers opened their first McDonald’s restaurant. Dick and Mack had begun their…

The History of Penny Squares and Other Redwork

Outline embroidery played a significant part in quilting history. It was used in blocks, most commonly penny squares, which were printed muslin pieces selling for one cent each. Outline embroidery designs encompassed many styles and…

History of Washing Machines – Who Invented the Washing Machine?

When people first started washing their clothes, it was done by pounding them against rocks and then washing away the dirt in a stream or river. While onboard ships, the crew used to put their…

The Perfect Blend: A Brief History of the Blender

We all have one. We all use one from time to time- especially when we’re craving our favorite frozen margarita recipe! What a simple machine it is; and yet, how complex. It’s time to fire…

History of Pulsar Watches

Pulsar Watch, a division of Seiko Watch Corporation, is among the leading watch brands worldwide. These watches are extremely elegant, classy and sparkling. They are wrapped up in contemporary designs by the mean of an…