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Incorporation of Minneapolis Milling Company

When
1856
Where
Minneapolis
Part of
General Mills founded as the Minneapolis Milling Company

The Minneapolis Milling Company was incorporated in 1856, establishing the foundation for General Mills.

The company was incorporated in 1856, tracing its history to this event. It was founded by Robert Smith, who leased power rights to flour mills at Saint Anthony Falls. The company gained fame as a large flour miller, operating on the banks of the Mississippi River.

Sources

  1. General Mills Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-27

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