Published on May 15, 2026, 8:19:52 AM
Total time: 00:01:02
Back on this day in 1940, the first McDonalds opened. Founded by California brothers Richard and Maurice McDonald, McDonalds quickly took off, becoming one of the most popular fast food chains in the world.
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