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Men And Volts: The Story Of General Electric

Men And Volts: The Story Of General Electric

Hammond, John Winthrop
Pound, Arthur

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ISBN10: 1258032848
ISBN13: 9781258032845
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Jun 5 2011
Pages: 534
Weight: 2.50
Height: 1.13 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Men and Volts: The Story of General Electric is a comprehensive history of one of the most influential companies in American history. Written by John Winthrop Hammond, the book covers the company's founding in the late 19th century by Thomas Edison and his associates, through its growth into a global powerhouse in the 20th century. The book delves into the personalities and innovations that made General Electric (GE) such a dominant force in the fields of electricity, electronics, and manufacturing. It covers the company's involvement in the development of the electric power industry, the creation of household appliances, the production of military equipment during World War II, and the development of nuclear power technology.Hammond also explores the challenges faced by GE over the years, including economic downturns, regulatory changes, and competition from other companies. He examines the company's response to these challenges, including its efforts to diversify its product lines and expand into new markets.Throughout the book, Hammond emphasizes the role of individuals in shaping the history of GE, from Edison and his contemporaries to the executives and engineers who led the company in later years. He also highlights the company's impact on American society, from its contributions to the war effort to its role in shaping the modern economy.Overall, Men and Volts provides a detailed and engaging account of one of the most important companies in American history, offering insights into the people, innovations, and events that shaped the development of modern technology and industry.Prologue By Philip D. Reed And Charles E. Wilson.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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