The Hartford Fire Insurance Company
American, founded 1810
BiographyThe Hartford Fire Insurance Company was founded in 1810 and was the beginning of Hartford's insurance industry.
In the 20th century, The Hartford saw the need to provide protection that went beyond fire coverage. Wanting to ensure that people could protect their automobiles and other property from more than just fire damage, the Accident and Indemnity Company was formed in 1913. This second company provided a wide variety of insurance coverage, including accident, automobile liability, personal damage, and business interruption.
In the 20th century, The Hartford saw the need to provide protection that went beyond fire coverage. Wanting to ensure that people could protect their automobiles and other property from more than just fire damage, the Accident and Indemnity Company was formed in 1913. This second company provided a wide variety of insurance coverage, including accident, automobile liability, personal damage, and business interruption.
Person TypeCorporate Entity
