Synopsis "Half a Century of United States Steel"
Half A Century Of United States Steel is a historical account of the United States Steel Corporation, written by Irving S. Olds. The book covers the first fifty years of the corporation's existence, from its formation in 1901 to 1951. The author provides a detailed analysis of the company's growth, its impact on the American economy, and the challenges it faced during the Great Depression and World War II.Olds, a former president of the United States Steel Corporation, draws on his personal experience and extensive research to provide an insider's perspective on the company's operations and management. He discusses the company's innovative production methods, its labor relations, and its efforts to diversify its product lines.The book also explores the social and political context in which the company operated, including the role of government regulation and the impact of labor unions. Olds provides a balanced view of the company's successes and failures, and offers insights into the challenges faced by large corporations in a rapidly changing world.Overall, Half A Century Of United States Steel is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of America's most important corporations, written by a leading industry figure. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American business and industry.This Newcomen Address, Dealing With The History Of United States Steel Corporation On Occasion Of Its 50th Anniversary, 1901-1951, Was Delivered At A National Newcomen Dinner Of The Newcomen Society Of England, Held In Ballroom Of The Pierre, At New York, New York, When Mr. Olds Was The Guest Of Honor, On November 15, 1951.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
