chocolate industry

Tells the story of the chocolate candy industry and Forrest Mars and Milton Hershey who founded the two largest candy companies.

Presents a biography of Milton S. Hershey, and chronicles his troubled childhood, his early failures, and his later accomplishments in the candy-making business.

Relates the history of the Mars, Inc., a candy business started in the 1920s by Frank C. Mars, who was later joined by his son, Forrest, who expanded the operation to other countries and products before finally becoming the sole owner of Mars following the deaths of his parents.

Relates the story of the founder of the Hershey Chocolate Company in Hershey, Pennsylvania, known for his hard work, perseverance, and charity on behalf of young people.

Examines the life of Milton Snavely Hershey, looks at some of his business ventures, and discusses the founding and growth of the Hershey Chocolate Company.

A biography of the successful chocolate maker who built a town around his factory with unique housing for his workers and a school for disadvantaged students.

Tells the life story of world famous candy maker Milton Hershey, describing his Pennsylvania childhood, his early business endeavors, and the inspiration for his Hershey Bar.