Bernard Kroger
American businessman (1860-1938) · United States · On the map · Founders · Died at 78
Bernard Heinrich "Henry" Kroger was an American businessman who created the Kroger chain of supermarkets. Kroger was a pioneering grocery innovator who introduced self-service shopping to the public in 1895.
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He allowed customers to enter his stores, shop with prices clearly marked on every item, and take the merchandise home themselves instead of waiting for a delivery.
Country
United States
Category
Founders
Type
Founder
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1860 to 1938 · aged 78