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The Food That Built America (2019)

S2E2 The Chocolate Rush

Feb 14, 2021 Season 2 Episode 2 Documentary

Episode Overview

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In the year 1919, Milton Hershey reigns supreme in the chocolate industry, but a shift occurs as sugar prices plummet in the aftermath of World War I. This economic change paves the way for new rivals, including HB Reese, a former employee of Hershey. Reese seizes the opportunity to launch a candy that eventually becomes one of the most popular treats in history.

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