The real origin behind the McDonald's name

Who is McDonald in McDonald's Restaurant? · 10:38 · Video: Today I Found Out · Watch at the source

In short: While Ray Kroc is the entrepreneur who founded the McDonald's corporation, he was not the creator of the brand itself. This video explores the historical distinction between the man who built the empire and the name that preceded him.

Ray Kroc is widely recognized as the founder of the McDonald's corporation, yet the name 'McDonald's' existed before his involvement. The video clarifies the common misconception that Kroc created the brand, addressing the history of how the restaurant chain came to be named.

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