1961

Dawn of an Era

Black and white photo of Dr. Konrad Henkel in one of Henkel’s laboratories. One hand rests on a distiller while the other is casually tucked into his trouser pocket. His gaze is directed straight at the camera taking his picture.

Dr. Konrad Henkel (1969)

Dr. Konrad Henkel leans out of the side window of the driver’s cab of the locomotive Persil, smiling.

Dr. Konrad Henkel (1995)

After Dr. Jost Henkel dies at the age of 51, his younger brother, chemist Dr. Konrad Henkel, takes over as chairman of the executive board on July 31. Under his leadership (1961–1980), the company…