Colonel Sanders

Colonel Harland Sanders was an American businessman and founder of the Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) restaurant chain. He was born on September 9, 1890, in Henryville, Indiana, and passed away on December 16, 1980, at the age of 90.

Early Life and Career

Sanders began working at a young age to help support his family. He held a variety of jobs, including farmhand, streetcar conductor, and railroad fireman, before eventually becoming a cook in a small Kentucky restaurant. In 1930, Sanders opened his own restaurant, which he called Sanders Court & Cafe, in Corbin, Kentucky. The restaurant served fried chicken, and Sanders developed his own secret recipe of 11 herbs and spices, which would later become the signature flavor of KFC.

Expansion of KFC

Sanders' restaurant became popular, and he began franchising his concept in the 1950s. He eventually sold the rights to his recipe and the KFC name to a group of investors, but remained a spokesperson and ambassador for the brand. Under new ownership, KFC expanded rapidly, opening restaurants all over the world. The chain became known for its signature fried chicken and sides, as well as its iconic red and white logo.

Legacy

Colonel Sanders is remembered as a pioneer of the fast food industry, and for his contributions to the development of the KFC brand. He was known for his distinctive white suit, black string tie, and iconic goatee, which became synonymous with the KFC brand. Today, KFC is one of the largest fast food chains in the world, with thousands of restaurants in over 100 countries. The company continues to serve its signature fried chicken, as well as a variety of sides and desserts.

See also

• Fast food
• Restaurant chain
• Businessman
• Fried chicken
• Brand ambassador

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  Colonel Harland Sanders in character
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  Sanders' mother
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  Harland Sanders circa 1914
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  First KFC
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  Colonel Sanders' grave
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  Colonel Sanders' grave