John North Willys

1873–1935 (age 62)

automobile manufacturer

Biography

John North Willys grew Willys-Overland into a pioneering automobile manufacturer, championing affordable mobility and innovative production methods.

He guided his company through wartime contracts while maintaining personal concern for his employees, leaving a legacy of enterprise preserved at Kensico Cemetery.

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