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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 HistoryJuly 29, 1916

Wells Fargo announced it would support employees serving in the National Guard and called up to federal military service. Married employees would receive full salary, minus their Army pay. Single enlisted men retained half their company paycheck.

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Black and white Illustration of uniformed World War One soldier saying goodbye to wife and children. He lifts small child above his head, while woman wearing long skirt, blouse and hat and young girl in dress and hat look on. Girl holds mother's hand. Several other soldiers and family groups in background. Legend reads The Wells Fargo man responds to the call of his country. Diamond shaped sign reading Wells Fargo & Co's Express is at right, with patriotic stars and strips shield upper left.

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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