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Innovation. It’s in our blood. It’s the enduring thread that runs through our history and continues to move us forward. As long as there are customers to be helped, we’ll keep at it. And keep sharing our stories here. Welcome.

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This Day in Wells Fargo HistoryAugust 16, 1916

Summer visitors crowded Yosemite National Park. Near the base of spectacular Yosemite Falls, they could find a Wells Fargo office and agent at their service.
Man drives truck full of luggage and packages. Wells Fargo & Co Express sign in bed of truck. Second man in work clothes stands with bicycle at rear of truck. Building in background with Yosemite Falls waterfall filling mountain background in distance. Image is black and white.

A partnership born to solve challenges

Throughout their lives, Henry Wells and William G. Fargo, the founders of Wells, Fargo & Co., were known for their innovation and dedication to customers.

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