Source: Rolls-Royce print ad, 1958. This is sometimes referred to as the most famous headline in advertising history.
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At 60 miles an hour the loudest noise in this Rolls-Royce comes from the electric clock.
— David Ogilvy
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About David Ogilvy
David Mackenzie Ogilvy (June 23, 1911 – July 21, 1999) executive who was widely hailed as "The Father of Advertising". In 1962, Time called him "the most sought-after wizard in today's advertising industry". He founded Ogilvy & Mather.
About David Ogilvy
David Mackenzie Ogilvy (June 23, 1911 – July 21, 1999) executive who was widely hailed as "The Father of Advertising". In 1962, Time called him "the most sought-after wizard in today's advertising industry". He founded Ogilvy & Mather.
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