July 29, 2025
From the Great Depression to global operations, five generations of the Feucht family reflect on hard work, values, and the enduring pride of building a life and a legacy at Caterpillar. Rusty Dunn sat down with family members to tell the story of what began with a farmer's job loss in 1926, became a century-long legacy of resilience, continuous improvement, and pride in building something bigger than themselves.
See one of the most extraordinary collections of antique machinery from Caterpillar and its pioneering predecessor companies.
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