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This Day in Wells Fargo HistoryOctober 13, 1990

As National Guard troops were called up in the Gulf War, Wells Fargo bankers visited training sites to ensure the soldiers signed up for direct deposit and received their pay. Wells Fargo was the only bank in California to offer on-site sign ups.
Three smiling men in military uniforms stand and shake hands over a table with two bank employees. Woman banker foreground, male banker background. Additional troops in background. 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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