1892day.year
The General Electric Company is formed.
In 1892, the General Electric Company was formed, marking the creation of a major electrical and industrial corporation.
On April 15, 1892, the merger of Edison General Electric Company and Thomson-Houston Electric Company gave birth to the General Electric Company.
Under the leadership of Thomas Edison and Charles A. Coffin, GE rapidly became a pioneer in electric lighting and power systems.
The new company consolidated patents and expertise, accelerating innovation in generators, motors, and household appliances.
Throughout the 20th century, GE expanded into aviation, healthcare, and media, influencing technology on a global scale.
Today, General Electric remains one of the longest-standing corporate giants rooted in early electrical development.
1892
General Electric Company
1955day.year
McDonald's restaurant dates its founding to the opening of a franchised restaurant by Ray Kroc, in Des Plaines, Illinois.
Ray Kroc opens the first McDonald's franchised restaurant in Des Plaines, Illinois, laying the groundwork for a global fast-food empire.
On April 15, 1955, Ray Kroc opened his first McDonald's franchised restaurant in Des Plaines, Illinois.
He transformed a small burger stand into a model for standardized fast-food service.
Kroc introduced assembly-line food preparation, ensuring quick service and consistency.
This milestone launched the global expansion of McDonald's into a leading restaurant chain.
The concept revolutionized the food industry and American dining habits.
1955
McDonald's
Ray Kroc
Des Plaines, Illinois
1994day.year
Marrakesh Agreement relating to foundation of World Trade Organization is adopted.
The 1994 Marrakesh Agreement officially established the World Trade Organization, reshaping global trade rules.
On April 15, 1994, representatives from 123 nations signed the Marrakesh Agreement, bringing the World Trade Organization (WTO) into being. The WTO succeeded the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) and provided a permanent institutional framework for international trade. It introduced mechanisms for trade negotiations, dispute settlement, and monitoring of national trade policies. The new organization aimed to lower trade barriers, ensure fair competition, and support economic development. Its creation marked a milestone in globalization, promoting the integration of markets worldwide. The WTO continues to influence trade relations and economic policy across the globe.
1994
Marrakesh Agreement
World Trade Organization