Originally known as the Dayton Dry Goods Company, Target was founded in 1881 by George D. Dayton. He set out on a mission to start a company that sold goods you can depend on in the Midwest. He decided Minneapolis, Minnesota would be the best location for his business due to its possibility for expansion. By 1902, his vision was established when his store became incorporated. Dayton’s was the first of its kind to fly merchandise across the country to prevent empty shelves. This opened the door to the different methods of transportation for consumer goods. In 1961, they announced a new discount retail store, they would be calling Target. They chose this name for the reason that when you shop there you would be hitting the bullseye. 1966 led
