The Kaiser-Frazer Corporation was an American automobile company. It was founded jointly by industrialist Henry J. Kaiser and automobile executive Joseph W. Frazer. In 1947, the company acquired the automotive assets of Graham-Paige, of which Frazer had become president near the end of World War II. Kaiser-Frazer was one of a few US automakers to achieve success after World War II, if only for a few years. Joseph W. Frazer left the company in 1949, replaced as president by Henry's son Edgar F. Kaiser.
Share of the Kaiser-Frazer Corp., issued 4. January 1947
1953 Kaiser Darrin in Anachrome 3D. Note that the doors slide into the front fender
1948 Kaiser Special Sedan
1949 Kaiser Deluxe Four-Door Convertible at the LeMay Family Collection
Henry John Kaiser was an American industrialist who became known for his shipbuilding and construction projects, then later for his involvement in fostering modern American health care. Prior to World War II, Kaiser was involved in the construction industry; his company was one of those that built the Hoover Dam. He established the Kaiser Shipyards, which built Liberty ships during World War II, after which he formed Kaiser Aluminum and Kaiser Steel. Kaiser organized Kaiser Permanente health care for his workers and their families. He led Kaiser-Frazer followed by Kaiser Motors, automobile companies known for the safety of their designs. Kaiser was involved in large construction projects such as civic centers and dams, and invested in real estate, later moving into television broadcasting. With his wealth, he established the Kaiser Family Foundation, a nonprofit, non-partisan, charitable organization.
Historical marker outside Kaiser's childhood home
Kaiser was born in this house near Canajoharie, New York.
Kaiser-built Liberty ships being outfitted, 1942
Kaiser's name in script on the front of a 1951 Henry J automobile