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- Sir George Kenning (21 May 1880 – 6 February 1956) was an English entrepreneur who grew the family business from a corner shop to a nationwide car dealership that employed around 2,000 people. Kenning became one of the early pioneers in selling, servicing and financing the use of motor vehicles by industry, commerce and individuals. At the time of his death, the firm had a turnover of £20m. Kenning was also active as a local councillor and benefactor. He was knighted in 1943. (en)
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- black and white picture of stout middle aged man (en)
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- Clay Cross, Derbyshire, England (en)
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- Stumperlowe Hall, Sheffield, Yorkshire, England (en)
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- Kenning car dealerships and vehicle hire business (en)
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- Early pioneer of providing motor trade services (en)
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- Entrepreneur in the motor trade (en)
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- Sir George Kenning (21 May 1880 – 6 February 1956) was an English entrepreneur who grew the family business from a corner shop to a nationwide car dealership that employed around 2,000 people. Kenning became one of the early pioneers in selling, servicing and financing the use of motor vehicles by industry, commerce and individuals. At the time of his death, the firm had a turnover of £20m. Kenning was also active as a local councillor and benefactor. He was knighted in 1943. (en)
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- George Kenning (entrepreneur) (en)
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