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Birth
Milton Hershey was born on September 13, 1857 in Derry Township, PA -
First Candy Business
At the age of 18, Milton Hershey opened his first candy business in New York. It failed after 6 years of opening. -
Lancaster Caramel Company
After his business failed, he came to Lancaster and opened up the Lancaster Caramel Company. In, 1890 he ended up selling the company to the American Caramel Company for $1 million dollars. -
Hershey Factory Built
The Hershey factory was built in Derry Township, PA. His chocolate bar wasn't made until later -
The Hershey Bar
He released his chocolate bar to the public. It was very affordable and very popular, so there was no need for him to advertise. -
Hershey, PA
Hershey purchased "The Sweetest Place On Earth". Because of the Derry Township, PA was named Hershey, PA. -
The Hershey School
He built the Hershey School. The purpose of the Hershey School was to give young orphans a home and give them good education. -
The Hotel Hershey
Milton Hershey formally opened The Hotel Hershey with a dinner and dance for 400 invited guests. Later it becomes classified as a historical landmark -
Death
Milton Hershey died at 88 years old. His chocolate bar was carried around the world and made him a legend.
