On This Day: Birthday Series - May 07th - (B) Sony Corporation was Founded & Mercedes Benz Purchased Chrysler - White glossy mug

May 7th: Landmarks in Corporate Innovation and Industry Mergers

May 7th is a significant day in the annals of business history, marked by groundbreaking corporate developments. On this day in 1946, Sony Corporation was founded in Tokyo, Japan. Starting as a small electronics shop in a war-devastated building, Sony would grow to become a global behemoth in consumer electronics, entertainment, and technology. Its innovations have spanned from the iconic Walkman to groundbreaking advancements in television, gaming, and digital imaging, fundamentally shaping the tech landscape.

Sharing this historic day, on May 7, 1998, one of the largest industrial mergers at the time took place as Mercedes-Benz announced its acquisition of Chrysler. This event was heralded as a fusion of high-end European styling with American auto manufacturing prowess, creating DaimlerChrysler in a deal worth $40 billion. The merger aimed to reshape the automotive industry by combining strengths in luxury and mass-market production.

This mug celebrates Sony’s foundation as a pioneer in technology and the ambitious cross-continental merger of Mercedes-Benz and Chrysler, making it a perfect collectible for those who appreciate milestones in corporate and technological evolution.

Whether you're drinking your morning coffee, evening tea, or something in between—this mug's for you! It's sturdy and glossy with a vivid print that'll withstand the microwave and dishwasher.

• Ceramic
• 11 oz mug dimensions: 3.8″ (9.6 cm) in height, 3.2″ (8.2 cm) in diameter
• 15 oz mug dimensions: 4.7″ (11.9 cm) in height, 3.3″ (8.5 cm) in diameter
• 20 oz mug dimensions: 4.3″ (10.9 cm) in height, 3.7″ (9.3 cm) in diameter
• Dishwasher and microwave safe
• Blank product sourced from China

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!