Krupp

Krupp refers to the Friedrich Krupp AG, a prominent German steel and arms manufacturing company founded in the 19th century by Friedrich Krupp. Notable for its innovations in steel production, the company became a major supplier of weapons, artillery, and naval equipment, especially during World Wars I and II. Krupp played a significant role in industrializing Germany and was a major force in its military build-up. The company’s legacy includes both technological advancements and its controversial role in wartime, particularly its use of forced labor during the Nazi regime. Today, it operates as part of thyssenkrupp AG.