Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
Cyrus H. McCormick, Jr.
International Harvester Corporation
1902–1918
1902–1918
International Harvester Corporation
1902–1918
1902–1918
- Industry: Agriculture & Mining
- Era: 1900
McCormick was responsible for International Harvester’s successful consolidation. During his tenure, the firm developed more efficient types of machines, research departments were greatly expanded with “model farms” set up throughout the country, and employee benefit programs were developed.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1859–1936
- Birthplace: District of Columbia
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Head, Same Company