1886
Powel Crosley Jr., American entrepreneur (died 1961)
Powel Crosley Jr., American entrepreneur (died 1961)
Powel Crosley Jr., American entrepreneur (died 1961)
Powel Crosley Jr.
American businessman (1886–1961)
- Born
- 1886
Powel Crosley Jr. was an American inventor, industrialist, and entrepreneur. He was also a pioneer in radio broadcasting and owner of the Cincinnati Reds major league baseball team. In addition, Crosley's companies manufactured Crosley automobiles and radios, and operated Cincinnati radio station WLW. Crosley, once dubbed "The Henry Ford of Radio," was inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame in 2010 and the National Radio Hall of Fame in 2013.