Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
Charles B. (Tex) Thornton
Litton Industries
1953–1961
1953–1961
Litton Industries
1953–1961
1953–1961
- Industry: Fabricated Goods
- Era: 1950
After making a name for himself at Ford and later at Hughes, Thornton left to start an electronics company. Litton Industries had its roots in electronics but the company became a huge conglomerate, operating in a wide variety of businesses, from oil drilling rigs to trading stamps. Growing the firm through 25 acquisitions, by 1961, Thornton had amassed 48 plants with revenues of $245 million.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1913–1981
- Birthplace: Texas
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Deceased / Absent
Education / Military
- Undergraduate: Columbus University
- Military Service: Air Force