About Julius Maggi
Lived 1846 – 1912 (aged 66). Julius Maggi was a Swiss businessperson, industrialist and entrepreneur.
Julius Maggi around 1900Julius Michael Johannes Maggi (9 October 1846 – 19 October 1912) was a Swiss entrepreneur, inventor of precooked soups and Maggi sauce. He is best known for founding Maggi, which was merged with Nestlé in 1947.
Biography Julius was born in Frauenfeld, Switzerland on 9 October 1846. In 1869, he inherited his father's hammer mill.
He died on 19 October 1912 at the age of 66.
In 1886, Julius invented the first instant soup in the world. It was invented in his Kemptthal factory.
By 1888, he began selling to countries all around Europe, including Germany, France, and Italy.
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Who was Julius Maggi?
Swiss businessman (1846-1912)
When was Julius Maggi born?
Julius Maggi was born on 9 October 1846 in Frauenfeld.
When did Julius Maggi die?
Julius Maggi died on 19 October 1912 in Küsnacht.
What was Julius Maggi's occupation?
Julius Maggi was a businessperson, industrialist and entrepreneur.
What nationality was Julius Maggi?
Julius Maggi was Swiss.
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