What are facts about the m and ms candy company?

M&M's were created in 1941 by Forrest Mars and Bruce Murrie, the son of the founders of the Mars Company and Hershey Chocolate, respectively. The candies are named after the initials of their creators. M&M's were originally designed for soldiers during World War II, as their hard candy shell prevented melting. Today, M&M's come in various flavors and colors, and they are one of the most popular candies worldwide, with a distinctive marketing strategy featuring the animated M&M characters.