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Historical Account of FedEx's Survival After General Dynamics Funding Cut

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What happened

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When General Dynamics pulled out of support, Federal Express was down to its last $5,000. Fred Smith, the founder, took this remaining company cash to Las Vegas. The trip paid for one week of jet fuel, a move described as either saving FedEx or buying it one more week. Federal Express began operations in 1973, losing $30 million over its first two years.

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Why it matters

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The event marks a critical turning point in the history of Federal Express. The action taken by Fred Smith with the company's last funds is cited as the moment that defined the company's core economic trajectory.

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Who's involved

  • General DynamicsAmerican defense manufacturing conglomerate that withdrew support from Federal Express.
  • FedExAmerican multinational delivery services company founded by Fred Smith.
  • Las VegasLocation where Fred Smith traveled with the company's last funds.

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