Historical Events tagged with "sam walton"

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Economics & Industry

Walmart Opens Its First Store in Arkansas

July 2nd, 1962 62 years ago

The first Walmart store, then named Wal-Mart, opened its doors in Rogers, Arkansas, on July 2, 1962. Founded by Sam Walton, the store aimed to provide customers with low prices and great value on a wide selection of merchandise. It was a new retail concept focused on discounting, which attracted significant attention from local shoppers who were eager for economical options. The opening marked a significant commitment to the town of Rogers and set the stage for a retail revolution that would change shopping habits across the nation.

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