Rodolphe Lindt
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Rodolphe Lindt

Swiss chocolatier and inventor (1855–1909)

Rudolf Lindt (16 July 1855 – 20 February 1909), often known by his francized name Rodolphe Lindt, was a Swiss chocolate maker, chocolatier and inventor. He founded the Lindt brand of Swiss chocolate and invented the conching machine and other processes to improve the quality of chocolate.2

From Wikipedia’s article on Rodolphe Lindt (this version), CC BY-SA 4.0.

Born Jul 16, 1855, died Feb 20, 1909.1

Companies

Career

Occupation: chocolatier, entrepreneur.4

Personal life

  • BornJul 16, 1855, Bern5
  • DiedFeb 20, 1909, Bern6
  • CitizenshipSwitzerland7

Awards

  • 2008Candy Hall of Fame8 9