Henry Ford II
Henry Ford II, commonly known as "Hank the Deuce," was an American businessman in the automotive industry. He was the oldest son of Edsel Ford I and oldest grandson of Henry Ford. He served as president of the Ford Motor Company from 1945 to 1960, chief executive officer (CEO) from 1947 to 1979, and chairman of the board of directors from 1960 to 1980.
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- Born in
- Detroit
- Educated at
- Yale UniversityHotchkiss School
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- 🏆 Presidential Medal of Freedom🏆 Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany
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1917
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