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Ray A. Kroc, founder of McDonald's Corporation, opened his first McDonald's franchise (the ninth McDonald's drive-in in the U.S.) on this site April 15, 1955 In memory of his wisdom and spirt, McDonald's Corporation dedicates this site to Ray A.…

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