Who was Henry Ford?

In this informative and engaging video, we delve into the life and legacy of Henry Ford, one of the most influential figures in American history. Ford was an inventor, entrepreneur, and industrialist who revolutionized the way we live and work today.Born in 1863 in a rural area of Michigan, Ford grew up on a farm and showed an early interest in machines and mechanics. After a series of jobs in various industries, he founded the Ford Motor Company in 1903 and quickly became one of the wealthiest men in the world.

Ford's most famous achievement was the development of the assembly line, which allowed for mass production of automobiles at a much lower cost. This innovation made cars affordable for the average person and helped to create a new era of mobility and freedom.

But Ford's impact extended far beyond the automotive industry. He was a social and political activist who believed in the power of business to improve society. He implemented the famous $5 workday, which doubled the pay of his factory workers and helped to create a middle class in America.

However, Ford's legacy is not without controversy. He was known for his anti-Semitic beliefs and his cooperation with the Nazi regime during World War II. These darker aspects of his character have been the subject of much debate and scrutiny over the years.




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[cassandras]

I went to high school in Germany for grade 11 in the late 80s. Blew my mind how much Henry Ford was part of the curriculum.

[rogermiller]

My favorite Henry Ford quote.. Think you can, Think you can't.. either way you are right.

[lisapop]

Mr. Ford was...interesting. I grew up in Detroit in the 80s and he was part of our history. We all had a trip Greenfield village and the Henry Ford museum in elementary school.
Both sides of my family moved up there to work at the plants. My mom's side came from Kentucky and my dad's from Poland.

[NickRatnieks]

There was a Henry Ford anecdote in one of my economics text books. His son Edsel asked him for money- so Henry Ford gave him a nickel but Edsel was so disgusted with this paltry gift from his wealthy father, that he hurled it into the bushes. Henry Ford forced him to find the coin at length and when he did, he lectured him on the qualities of the copper-nickel alloy used for the coin and the industrial process to mint it- explaining that it might be a mere five pennies in value but it represented a vast amount of manufacturing processes and know how.

[kaybrown]

I’m originally from Dearborn. In 1966, my third grade class went on a field trip to the nearby Ford Rouge plant where we saw those classic Mustangs rolling off the line!

[Girlytang]

If everyone could discuss sensitive topics with the objectivity and honesty that Mark does, the world would be a much better place. Ford was a genius, and he had abhorrent beliefs. One does not negate the other. People are still complicated that way. We have to believe that the greater good will prevail. Fascinating show! Thank you! 🤍

[Justacook]

I own a 1917 Model T Huckster, it has a 1920 motor with electric start and a hand crank. The oil hasn’t been changed in over 70 years and it still runs and drives. Gets over 25 mph. I haven’t tested the top speed because around 25-30 mph it feels like you’re about to take flight and normal people wanna hop out. Its very discombobulating to drive, feels like you’ve been in a washing machine.

[robertphillips]

A story that people in Florida know is when Ford decided to use Spanish moss for padding in the seats of his cars. He didn’t anticipate that it would grow through the seats and he had to replace the seats. An expensive experience.

[DavidBrown-bpiq]

After watching so many of these videos, I predict that Mark will never die of dehydration.

[dougarchbold]

Your channel is amazing! Please do a show a deep take on Joesph Kennedy Sr. who always gets missed when talking about JFK and why his boys were taken out. But this guy needs a story done. The Henry Ford story is wonderfully done as all the stories you have done.

Please do The life and times and how he changed the direction of the USA and the world.

[JCru-ye]

im 23 and not a history expert but this is prob the best history channel on youtube.

[flyrog]

Great piece and I love the way you presented it. I was surprised you didn’t mention more about all the panzers, german trucks, ect having Ford engines in them. GM built the airplane engines. Ford and GM lied to congress that it was to costly to convert auto assembly lines over to make war materials to help Europe. Ford waited until June of 1943 to meet in Portugal with the Germans to say maybe it was time to take Ford’s name off the German factories. Funny how after Pearl Harbor they retooled for war service. Henry Ford sued the US government for bombing his plants in Germany. He won.

[marshallgiles]

Keep up the excellent research and interesting and informative topics.

God Bless Y'all.

[llement]

I'd love to see these guys do a piece on who did 9/11.

[johnweigel]

You guys are great. Putting history to right is important. You belong at the top of internet ratings. Thanks for everything you talk about.

[jamesorth]

a 5th grade education at the end of the 19th century would have to be way higher standers than of a modern day 5th grade education

[NickRatnieks]

The Model N has right hand drive and due to his new production line process for the Model T, Ford made that car left hand drive and as it sold in the millions, led to the standardisation of left hand drive in the USA- although other makers like Pierce-Arrow continued with right hand drive which can be seen with Fatty Arbuckle's fancy-mobile.

[pauletteharbin]

Later in life, Mr. Ford gave millions to educational institutions, one being Berry College near Rome, GA. Martha Berry started the institution in a one room school house very early in the 1900's. Miss Berry is a great read!

[donphilp]

I wish to tell you that I watch You on YouTube. I'm much older and I love your stuff and have told other people about it. Thank you

[chuckleberryfinn]

If you ever square danced as part of school curriculum: Henry Ford.