The Bulova Story
The Bulova Corporation was founded in 1875 by Joseph Bulova in New York City. Joseph opened a small jewelry store and it would end up evolving into one of the world's most prominent clock and watch companies the world over. During WWI, the military were issued wristwatches for convenience and assistance with their tactical operations. As the veterans returned home, the wearing of wristwatches became a fashion craze that Bulova was able to capitalize upon. He was the first company with the capability to produce wristwatches fot he masses and had the first line of diamond wristwatches for both ladies and men. "The world runs on Bulova Time" became the motto of the times. Bulova was also an instrumental part of WWII by assisting the diabled veteran s with careers after they returned home. Bulova set up a watchmaking universi ty which enabled the veterans to learn a trade to support their famlies. The university was entirely funded by the Bulova Corporation and provided thousand s of veterans with careers and self esteem they so desperately needed. Bulova now is responsible for incredible advances within the space industry and is also responsible with keeping official time on Air Force One. It is often given as a Presidential gift of State to visiting dignitaries. Bulova has been an entirely a U.S. based company and has been an inspiration to companies all over the world for their philanthropic deeds and their ingenous inventions throughout the course of histroy.