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Founding of Saint Paul Fire and Marine
- When
- March 5, 1853
- Where
- Saint Paul, Minnesota
Saint Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Co. was founded in Saint Paul, Minnesota, on March 5, 1853, to serve local customers directly.
The company was established to serve local customers in lieu of waiting for claim payments from insurance companies on the east coast. It is recognized as a main predecessor of The Travelers Companies, Inc.
Sources
- The Travelers Companies Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-28
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