Henry Ford: An American Icon It takes a very courageous person to take on a leadership role and make the world a better place. Ford treated each of its workers with respect. In return, workers gave Ford everything they had and 100 percent on everything they did. Henry Ford didn't just look good, he helped the country and even the world by pursuing his dreams. From a young age, he had plans to do something big, and that's what he did. Henry Ford was a man with a dream. Without his determination and will, the automotive industry would not be where it is today. best place. Through trial and error, Ford set a standard for the industry. Henry created the first automobile, also known as the horseless carriage. (Bellis) From a young age, he decided to do something big. His many achievements demonstrate this. Henry Ford was born July 30, 1863, in Greenfield Township, Michigan. Henry's nationality is American and his religion is Episcopal. His father was William Ford and Henry's mother was Mary Litogot Ford. Henry was educated at the Detroit Business Institute. Ford left and married Clara Ala Bryant. Henry and Clara took the biggest step in their relationship and had a child, they then had Edsel Ford. Henry and Edsel had a wonderful life together but unfortunately, after a very successful life and career, both passed away in 1947. (People and Discoveries) The path to making the first automobile was not as easy as It seems so, at that moment. At the time, the technology was not as advanced, nor were the tools or equipment. Since Henry was a...... middle of paper ...... even several times before you get what you want. I also learned to continue working hard to achieve my dreams. When people look at Ford, they think of all the success they've had over nearly a century, but what most people don't realize is the work it took to get where they are. it is today. All of this falls into the hands of Henry Ford. This is why he is an American icon. Works Cited Bellis, Mary, “Henry Ford, I Will Build a Car for the Great Many,” http://inventors.about.com/od/fstartinventors/a/HenryFord.htm Henry Ford, “Famous People” http:/ /www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/henry-ford-122.php People and Discoveries, “Henry Ford” http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/aso/databank/ entries/btford.html Rosenberg, Jennifer, “ Henry Ford » http://history1900s.about.com/od/1920s/p/henryford.htm « Young Henry », 2013 http://www.thehenryford.org/exhibits/hf /Jeune_Henry.asp