1808day.year
John Jacob Astor incorporates the American Fur Company, that would eventually make him America's first millionaire.
John Jacob Astor founded the American Fur Company, laying the foundation for his wealth and eventual status as America's first millionaire.
On 6 April 1808, German-American immigrant John Jacob Astor incorporated the American Fur Company in New York City.
Astor's company rapidly dominated the North American fur trade, trading beaver pelts and other furs from the Great Lakes to the Pacific Northwest.
He established trading posts across the continent, including the Pacific Fur Company in Oregon.
Astor's business acumen and aggressive expansion strategies amassed him a fortune unmatched by his contemporaries.
By the early 19th century, he became widely regarded as the first millionaire in the United States, symbolizing the opportunities of the young nation.
1808
John Jacob Astor
American Fur Company
1926day.year
Varney Airlines makes its first commercial flight (Varney is the root company of United Airlines).
Varney Airlines inaugurates its first commercial air mail flight, a precursor to United Airlines.
On April 6, 1926, Varney Air Lines, founded by aviation pioneer Walter Varney, launched its inaugural contract air mail service between Pasco, Washington and Elko, Nevada.
This flight marked one of the earliest regular scheduled air services under a U.S. Post Office contract.
Varney Air Lines would merge and evolve into United Airlines in 1931, becoming one of the world’s leading carriers.
The successful operation demonstrated the viability of commercial air transport and laid the groundwork for modern passenger aviation.
This humble beginning played a key role in shaping the airline industry.
1926
Varney Airlines
United Airlines
1957day.year
The flag carrier airline of Greece for decades, Olympic Airways, is founded by Aristotle Onassis following the acquisition of "TAE - Greek National Airlines".
Aristotle Onassis founded Olympic Airways on April 6, 1957, following his acquisition of TAE, the Greek national airline.
On April 6, 1957, Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis established Olympic Airways as the country's new flag carrier.
He acquired the existing TAE – Greek National Airlines to form the foundation of his aviation venture.
Rebranded with the Olympic name and distinctive blue-and-white livery, the airline aimed to connect Greece with Europe and the Middle East.
Under Onassis's leadership, Olympic Airways expanded its fleet with modern aircraft like the DC-6 and Super Constellation.
The carrier became renowned for its service quality and played a key role in promoting Greek tourism.
Olympic Airways operated until 2009, leaving a lasting legacy in international aviation.
1957
Greece
Olympic Airways
Aristotle Onassis