Sam Walton:

A most unusual aspect of the Waltons was that they believed in family ownership. Way back in 1953, following a model created by Helen's father, Sam gave all his shares in the company to a family corporation... Sam continuously worried that his kids and grandkids would get into fights like rich kids often do.

— Sam Walton Modern

Walmart founder

Context

Describing an unconventional family business structure driven by tax avoidance and a pragmatic fear of family disputes over wealth.

Date / Period

1953

Source

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Explanation

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