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Krupp

[ kruhp; German kroop ]

noun

  1. Al·fred [al, -frid, ahl, -f, r, eyt], 1812–87, German industrialist and manufacturer of armaments.


Krupp

/ krʌp; krʊp /

noun

  1. KruppAlfred18121887M KruppFriedrich Alfred18541902M Krupp von Bohlen und HalbachGustav18701950M a German family of steel and armaments manufacturers, including Alfred, 1812–87, his son Friedrich Alfred, 1854–1902, and the latter's son-in-law, Gustav Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach, 1870–1950


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“From my perspective, the most important thing survived, because the engine of this bill from the beginning has been tax credits,” Krupp said.

“I’m sure, absolutely sure, he’s thrilled to have the chance to work on one of the most important issues, perhaps the most important threat facing humanity of our times,” Krupp said.

To take on new Skoda or Krupp guns with these short-range veterans is rough on the gunners.

It was admirably constructed, with an excellent road-bed, heavy rails and steel cross-ties made by Krupp.

In case of a row, a paving-stone in trouser-pocket is worth a Krupp's Battery in the bush.

These works are the outgrowth of a small old forge, driven by water power, and established in 1810 by Frederick Krupp.

When asked to accept a title, he answered, "No, I want no title further than the name of Krupp."

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