R. E. Olds and Industrial Lansing

Mehr zum Buch

Set against the backdrop of Lansing's transformation from wilderness to industrial hub, the narrative highlights Ransom Eli Olds' pivotal role in the automotive revolution. As he advanced gasoline and steam engine technology, Olds established Oldsmobile as the first mass producer of automobiles, earning Lansing the title of "Auto City." The book utilizes primary documents and historical images to explore the city's industrial evolution and Olds' legacy as a leading entrepreneur in the early 20th century.