-Caveat Lector- <A HREF="http://www.ctrl.org/"> </A> -Cui Bono?- from: http://www.phelpsdodge.com/index-history.html Click Here: <A HREF="http://www.phelpsdodge.com/index-history.html">Phelps Dodge Corporation: History and Culture</A> ----- In 1834, Anson Greene Phelps founded our company on the principles of strong leadership, superior quality, a keen competitive sense and the highest ethical standards in dealing with our business partners, customers, neighbors and employees. Throughout the long and diverse history of Phelps Dodge Corporation, those fundamental ideas have continued to guide us. Today, we are building on the traditions of Anson Phelps to ensure our modern company can continue to rise above the competition. In this site, you'll find details about the company's rich and fascinating history, and learn about the culture in which we create value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and communities. == Since its founding as a trading company in 1834, Phelps Dodge has played an important role in helping our communities, our nation and our global economy grow. The company provided many of the raw materials that fueled America's early industrial expansion, helped build frontier communities of the American West, and manufactured many elements of the modern infrastructure that links together people and businesses and across the globe. == Early History The roots of Phelps Dodge run deep. Founded as a trading company in 1834, Phelps Dodge has thrived because of a pioneering philosophy and a dedication to excellence. The company was founded by Anson Greene Phelps and William E. Dodge, who operated an import-export trade business that shipped U.S.-grown cotton to England in exchange for tin, iron, copper and other metals that were needed to support the ongoing development of the new American nation. In the true spirit of free enterprise, Phelps Dodge used the imported copper to produce thousands of miles of copper wire, including the wire used in the first transcontinental telegraph line. As our company diversified, we invested in new railroads, and by the late 1800s, Phelps Dodge had become one of the largest manufacturers of lumber and lumber products in the United States. == Copper Mining Many of our company's early business successes were the result of carefully developed plans, but we owe our introduction to copper mining more to serendipity than to strategy. In 1881, our founders were approached by a stranger named William Church who, having just returned from the rugged Arizona territory, wanted Phelps Dodge to invest in his copper mining company. After careful investigation, we made the investment. Our company has been mining those claims for more than 115 years. Today, they are known as Phelps Dodge Morenci, which has since become the largest copper mine in North America. More than any other transaction in our history, the investment we made in 1881 has played a significant role in determining the direction and future of our company. Today, Phelps Dodge Mining Company is one of the world's leading producers of copper. Throughout the 20th century, Phelps Dodge and the copper we produce have been instrumental in the development of many countries. Copper wiring and plumbing, telephones, automobiles and much of the technology that brings convenience to our lives rely on copper. During the 21st century, Phelps Dodge innovations will continue to improve the standard of living of people worldwide. == Manufacturing Phelps Dodge Industries traces its heritage to the early 1930s, when Phelps Dodge Corporation established a new enterprise to serve as a guaranteed market for the raw copper produced at the company's mining operations. In time, the division diversified to meet new demands. During the last decade, this evolution has accelerated as Phelps Dodge Industries has expanded around the world, establishing a significant global presence. == At Phelps Dodge, being an innovative pioneer has always been the key to our success. Throughout our history, employees have seized opportunities to ensure the company's continuing growth and prosperity. Our mission, values and code of ethics are important resources – providing employees with goals to work toward and a map to get there. 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