Taco Bell Founder Glen Bell Popularized Mexican Fast-Food Fare
Glen W. Bell Jr. wasn't one to move with the rest of the pack in the nascent days of the fast-food industry. While burgers were the standard fare at stands like McDonald's Drive-In in the early 1950s, Bell opted to introduce the American consumer to Mexican food. "An innovative product will set you apart," said Bell (1923-2010), the founder of...