Eberhard Anheuser

American businessman, co-founder of Anheuser-Busch

Eberhard Anheuser - American businessman, co-founder of Anheuser-Busch
Born

1805
220 years ago

Died

May 2nd, 1880
144 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Business Leaders

Country

United States

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Co-founded Anheuser-Busch, a major brewery in the United States. Established a successful beer company that grew to become one of the largest in the world. Contributed significantly to the expansion of the American brewing industry during the 19th century.

Co-founded Anheuser-Busch in 1852

Played a key role in developing Budweiser

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