How Did Milton S. Hershey Impact The World

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“His decision to focus on the production of the Hershey milk chocolate bar is now hailed as one of the most important decisions in the history of American business” (Milton Hershey 1). Certain aspects of Milton Hershey’s life are impossible to not take notice of. A simple chocolate bar completely changed the world of business, Milton S. Hershey impacted the world in a huge way. Milton Snavely Hershey was born on September 13, 1857. He was born near Derry Church, Pennsylvania. Derry Church is in southern Pennsylvania near the chocolate factory town of Hershey, Pennsylvania. Milton was born into a mennonite family. He spoke a german dialect of original Pennsylvania dutch. His mother followed the teachings of the Mennonites. Their simple faith was something she practiced all her life. His father on the other hand was a farmer. His father Henry Hershey, did not make much money as a farmer so he moved his family all around southern Pennsylvania. He did this in pursuit of a way to make money. Milton attended seven different schools in eight years. Going to all those different schools seemed like it was for nothing because Milton did not attend school after fourth grade. His dad pulled him out to work with as an apprentice to a printer. This did not seem to suit Milton because he later became an …show more content…

Hershey impacted the world in a huge way. A farm boy from Derry Church became an aspiring candy maker with only schooling up to fourth grade. Milton found his calling at a young age and went with it following a path that lead him to great success. With all his wealth and success he did not become arrogant, he decided to use his wealth and power to help others. His actions have impacted society tremendously. We still see his name on candy wrappers today and we will for a long time. 1886 was the year that Hershey’s legacy began with the establishment of the Lancaster Caramel Company. The rest is

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