Discover the history of Cadbury, a global chocolate icon. From its start in 1824 to its transformation under Mondelez, explore key milestones, innovations, and its lasting legacy.
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Unwrapping the story behind one of the world’s most beloved chocolate brands, Cadbury.
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John Cadbury opens a small grocery store in Birmingham, England, focusing on tea, coffee, and drinking chocolate.
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Facing losses, Cadbury secures royal recognition as chocolate producers for Queen Victoria in 1854.
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John Cadbury’s sons shift focus to chocolate, improving quality and reviving the business.
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Introducing cocoa essence, Easter eggs, and heart-shaped chocolates, Cadbury sets trends in confectionery.
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Creating a village for workers with comfortable housing, green spaces, and no pubs, reflecting Quaker values.
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Cadbury launches Dairy Milk, a creamy, high-quality milk chocolate that becomes a global favorite.
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Cadbury provides chocolate to soldiers during WWI and WWII, boosting morale and supporting the war effort.
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Expanding to Australia, New Zealand, and India, Cadbury becomes a household name worldwide.
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From launching Wispa and Roses to overcoming the salmonella crisis, Cadbury adapts and evolves.
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Cadbury is acquired by Kraft Foods, later becoming part of Mondelez International, marking a new chapter.
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With nearly 200 years of history, Cadbury continues to be a symbol of sweetness and innovation worldwide.
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