deaths
September 29, 1987
Henry Ford II, American businessman (born 1917)
Henry Ford II
Henry Ford II, commonly known as Hank the Deuce, was an American businessman in the automotive industry. He was the oldest son of Edsel Ford I and oldest grandson of Henry Ford. He served as president of the Ford Motor Company from 1945 to 1960, chief executive officer (CEO) from 1947 to 1979, and chairman of the board of directors from 1960 to 1980. Under his leadership, Ford Motor Company became a publicly traded corporation in 1956. From 1943 to 1950, he also served as president of the Ford Foundation.
September 29
September 29 is the 272nd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 93 days remain until the end of the year.