Historical chronology of Marks & Spencer

In 1884, Michael Marks, a Russian, rented a piece of land in Kirkgate Market and Leeds and opened a small stall.

In p>1894, Marks found a partner, Tom Spencer, who was a cashier in a wholesale company.

In p>1926, Marks &; Spencer) co., ltd was established.

the trademark of St Michael was registered in p>1928.

in 193s, the employee welfare department was established.

In p>1931, the Food Department was established, which mainly produced canned food.

the first St Michael employee news was published in p>1953.

In p>1975, it opened stores in Paris, Brussels and Belgium.

in p>1985, marks &; Spencer) credit card.

in p>1986, he opened a store in Gateshead, mainly dealing with home improvement products.

In p>1988, Marks &; Spencer) acquired Brooks Brothers, an American clothing company, and King Supermarket, an American food chain, and set up two stores in Hong Kong.

In p>1996, the Staff Newspaper was published in France.

in p>1997, she was awarded the Export Achievement Award by the 15th Queen.

In p>1999, Marks &; Spencer) started to engage in e-commerce.