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David Dunbar Buick

David Dunbar Buick
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David Dunbar Buick was a Scottish-born American inventor, widely known for founding the Buick Motor Company. He headed this company and its predecessor from 1899–1906, thereby helping to create one of the most successful nameplates in United States motor vehicle history.

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  1. Charles Algernon ParsonsJune 13, 1854 – February 11, 1931
  2. David Dunbar Buick (this page)September 17, 1854 – March 5, 1929
  3. George EastmanJuly 12, 1854 – March 14, 1932
  4. Hertha AyrtonApril 28, 1854 – August 23, 1923
  5. Ottmar MergenthalerMay 11, 1854 – October 28, 1899
  6. Paul EhrlichMarch 14, 1854 – August 20, 1915

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