Birthdate: February 15, 1809
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Shenandoah Valley
Died: May 13, 1884
Cyrus Hall McCormick was an American inventor and businessman known for founding the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company, which later became part of the International Harvester Company. He made significant contributions to the development of the mechanical reaper by building on existing knowledge and collaborating with others. McCormick established a successful company with modern manufacturing, marketing, and sales strategies to introduce innovative agricultural products to the market. His legacy includes transforming farming methods and advancing the agricultural industry.
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