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What keeps the wheels of human progress turning?
The drive to explore new horizons.
The resolve to overcome hardships.
The courage to embrace diversity.
The compassion to lend a hand.
The motivation to always look ahead.
These things are alive in all of us.
Let’s explore where we’ve been and discover what’s next.

Making milestones

The history of Wells Fargo is the story of always looking forward. Discover the innovations that have been part of our DNA since day one.

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This day in history

December 9, 1913

A flood swept through Bay, City Texas. Wells Fargo Agent C. L. Aubin organized a rowboat rescue party that saved 15 people. He took them to his own home, where he fed and housed them for a week until the water receded.

What drives us

Meet the visionaries, trailblazers, inventors, and local heroes who explored new horizons and embraced diverse perspectives to become a part of our history.

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