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In this video, we will learn about the entrepreneurial history of John Stith Pemberton, the man who invented Coca-Cola. He was born in 1831 and studied chemistry and medicine, graduating at the age of 19. In 1886, Pemberton created Coca-Cola, a carbonated drink (popularly known as soda) made with kola nuts and coca leaves, which quickly became popular. Although he sold part of his rights to the company, Coca-Cola grew to become one of the most recognized brands in the world, in the hands of another entrepreneur: Asa Griggs Candler. Unfortunately, even though he was the man who invented Coca-Cola, one of the most successful businesses in the world, Pemberton ended up poor and in debt, but even so, his story inspires entrepreneurs to leave a lasting and impactful legacy. Find out more about the life of John Stith Pemberton and his iconic creation: Coca-Cola in this video.