In Milwaukee, Joseph Schlitz was hired as a bookkeeper in a tavern brewery owned by August Krug. In 1856, he took over management of the brewery following the death of Krug.

5 days ago · Today is the birthday of August Krug (April 15, 1815-December 30, 1856). Krug was born in Miltenberg, Bavaria, Germany, but when he was 33, in 1848, emigrated to the U.S. and …

Born Georg August Krug in Miltenberg, Bavaria, Germany, he came to the USA about 1848, established a restaurant in Kilbourntown (now central Milwaukee), Wisconsin and added a …

Aug 1, 2008 · A look at the history of Schlitz beer: 1849: German immigrant August Krug opens a small restaurant and tavern in Milwaukee, begins to brew beer and turns it into a brewery. …

The Schlitz Brewing Company originated in August Krug’s pioneer restaurant/brewery, established on Chestnut Street (now Juneau), between Fourth and Fifth Streets, in 1849.

Aug 25, 2016 · August Georg Krug and Joseph Schlitz were significant immigrant entrepreneurs who managed to find not only a living in their new fatherland but made a fortune. They came to …

Jan 12, 2022 · In the late 50s, Anheuser-Busch pulled ahead in the competition, and Schlitz, now managed by the Uihlein family who was related to the brewery's original founder August Krug, …

Aug 25, 2017 · Many people have quenched their thirst to some of the name brand beers of the beer barons who brewed beers that have become household names—Pabst, Schlitz, Miller, …

August Krug is one of Milwaukee's beer barons who calls Forest Home Cemetery, home. Learn about him and find his final resting spot on your next tour.

Aug 1, 2008 · MILWAUKEE 1849: German immigrant August Krug opens a small restaurant and tavern in Milwaukee, begins to brew beer and turns it into a brewery.