Hans Riegel Sr.
Johannes "Hans" Riegel Sr. (4 April 1893 – 31 March 1945) was a German confectioner who invented the gummy bear in 1922 and founded the Haribo company. He was married to Gertrud (née Vianden). The company was passed on to his sons, Hans Riegel Jr. and Paul Riegel, following his death.
Hans Riegel Sr. | |
|---|---|
| Born | Johannes Hans Riegel 4 April 1893 Friesdorf (Bonn), Germany |
| Died | 31 March 1945 (aged 51) |
| Resting place | Südfriedhof (Bonn, Germany) |
| Occupation | Inventor |
| Years active | 1922–1945 |
| Spouse |
Gertrud Vianden (m. 1921) |
| Children | 3, including Hans Jr. and Paul |
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