Historical Events tagged with "highland park"
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Economics & Industry
Introduction of the First Moving Assembly Line
October 7th, 1913 111 years ago
The Ford Motor Company revolutionized manufacturing by introducing the first moving vehicle assembly line in 1913. Located in Highland Park, Michigan, this innovation allowed for the rapid production of automobiles, reducing costs and time. Workers moved along the line, assembling parts with greater efficiency and speed. This method dramatically cut the time it took to build a car, changing the landscape of the automotive industry and manufacturing methods worldwide.
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