Henry J. Kaiser - Wikipedia
WebHenry John Kaiser (May 9, 1882 – August 24, 1967) was an American industrialist who became known for his shipbuilding and construction projects, then later for his involvement in fostering modern American health care.
Henry J. Kaiser: America’s health care visionary
WebMay 3, 2024 · Henry John Kaiser was a titan of American industry and health care innovation. His construction legacy spanned from roads to large projects like the Grand Coulee Dam and shipyards. As co-founder of Kaiser Permanente, he influenced a reshaping of 20th-century health care.
Henry J. Kaiser | Shipbuilding, Construction, Philanthropy
WebMay 8, 2024 · Henry J. Kaiser (born May 9, 1882, Sprout Brook, N.Y., U.S.—died Aug. 24, 1967, Honolulu, Hawaii) was an American industrialist and founder of more than 100 companies including Kaiser Aluminum, Kaiser Steel, and Kaiser Cement and Gypsum.
Kaiser, Henry J. (1882-1967) - HistoryLink.org
WebFeb 27, 2024 · A first-generation American born to poor German immigrants, Henry John Kaiser worked hard and studied hard, taking advantage of every opportunity to better his situation until he became one of the country’s leading early-twentieth-century industrialists. In many ways, he embodied the American Dream.
How Kaiser Permanente Evolved | Kaiser Permanente
WebOct 17, 2023 · Young surgeon Sidney R. Garfield, MD, and industrialist Henry J. Kaiser became leading visionaries and pioneers in this new generation. They co-founded Kaiser Permanente in 1945 and introduced a revolutionary health care model. One that integrated preventive and evidence-based care with ultramodern technology.
Henry J. Kaiser and the New Economics of Medical Care
WebMar 13, 2018 · Henry J. Kaiser and the new economics of medical care. Kaiser Permanente’s co-founder talks about the importance of building hospitals and clinics to ensure adequate health care facilities. Listen to Henry J. …
Henry J. Kaiser | Immigrant Entrepreneurship
WebJun 8, 2011 · One possible candidate stood out: Henry J. Kaiser (born May 9, 1882 in Sprout Brook, NY; died August 24, 1967 in Honolulu, HI). [1] . The entrepreneur had no political experience, did not belong to a party, and had not supported any campaign financially—and yet the President contemplated sending him into the race as his running …
Henry John Kaiser | Encyclopedia.com
WebMay 29, 2018 · Henry Kaiser. Born May 9, 1882. Sprout Brook, New York. Died August 24, 1967. Honolulu, Hawaii. Industrialist. Henry Kaiser's imprint on American industry was remarkable. He has been called the "father of modern shipbuilding" and was considered the most powerful businessman in the U.S. West during World War II (1939 – 45).
Henry J. Kaiser: California Dreamer, Workers’ Friend
WebSep 12, 2019 · Despite being often forgotten today, Henry J. Kaiser was one of the most unusual and diverse entrepreneurs in American history. Quitting school at the age of thirteen, Kaiser started out in the photography business in New York State. But like many others, he was drawn by the lure of the American West.
Henry J. Kaiser and the Liberty Ships | Defense Media Network
WebIndustrialist Henry J. Kaiser couldn’t turn back the clock. But he did the next best thing. He built Liberty ships – fast. Between 1941 and 1945, 18 American shipyards, either Kaiser’s or using Kaiser’s shipbuilding techniques, turned out 2,751 Liberty ships, easily the largest class of ships ever built. “She’ll carry a good load.
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