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This Day in Wells Fargo HistoryFebruary 19, 1942

President Roosevelt issued orders leading to the forced relocation of 120,000 persons of Japanese descent, many American citizens. Banker Elmer Morrish helped families manage property and finances while incarcerated. Photo Credit: Library of Congress.
Two women in coats and hats and one man face away from camera reading a notice posted in vacant store window. Notice reads Instructions to all persons of Japanese Ancestry. Additional printing illegible.

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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