Marion: A History of the United States Watch Company (Used)

Marion: A History of the United States Watch Company

William Muir and Bernard Kraus

Hardcover book detailing the history of the Marion Watch Company. Includes black-and-white photographs and blueprints, as well as descriptive text. Written by William Muir and Bernard Kraus.

This is a detailed account of the rise and fall of the United States Watch Company, based in Marion, Indiana. The book covers the company’s origins in the late 19th century, its role in the American watchmaking industry, and its eventual decline. It explores the technological innovations and challenges faced by the company, its impact on the local economy, and the broader context of American industrial history.

217 pages

Historical