When was HSBC founded?

HSBC was founded in March 03 1865 by a man called Thomas Sutherland It is the world's third largest bank . It was founded in London in 1991 by the Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation.

Last week Saturn class went to a trip to HSBC in Canary wharf, we learnt loads of facts and had the best lunch ever, we met people who work there. Me and Yasmins favourite bit was in the lift our ears popped!

What does the Hexagon represent?

The hexagon symbol was introduced as part of the new corporate identity of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation in 1983. It was developed from the bank's house flag, which had been in use since at least the late 19th century. This flag was a white rectangle divided diagonally to produce a red hourglass shape. Many Hong Kong companies established in the 19th century were set up by Scottish expatriates, and like many other company flags of that era, the design was based on the Scottish flag, the cross of St Andrew.

What is the significance of the lions?

Two lion sculptures can be found guarding many of the HSBC offices around the world today. The first pair of lions was created in 1923 for the new Shanghai office of The Hong kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation. They were soon nicknamed Stephen and Stitt after two senior managers of the bank – Stephen is the roaring lion. Following the popularity of the lions in Shanghai, a similar pair was commissioned in 1935, the new Hong Kong head office building. This pair suffered shrapnel wounds in 1941 and were removed at some point during the Second World War by occupying forces. They were rescued, returned home and reinstated in October 1946. There are

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