Hershey's is the largest chocolate manufacturer in North America, founded by Milton S. Hershey in 1894 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, before relocating to what is now Hershey, Pennsylvania. Milton Hershey's vision was to make chocolate, once a luxury for the wealthy, accessible and affordable to all Americans. The company's flagship product, the Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bar, launched in 1900 and became the foundation of a chocolate empire. Hershey's portfolio has grown to include iconic products such as Hershey's Kisses (introduced in 1907), Hershey's Syrup, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, Kit Kat (in the U.S.), Jolly Rancher, Ice Breakers, and Twizzlers. The Hershey Company is publicly traded and generates over $10 billion in annual revenue, making it one of the largest confectionery companies in the world. Beyond chocolate, the company has expanded into snacking and better-for-you options. Hershey's is also known for its philanthropic legacy through the Milton Hershey School, a private school for disadvantaged children funded by the Hershey Trust, and the town of Hershey, Pennsylvania, which serves as the brand's living heritage and a major tourist attraction.

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Hershey's is North America's largest chocolate manufacturer, producing iconic products including Hershey's Bars, Kisses, Reese's, and Kit Kat, with a legacy dating back to 1894.