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HSBC and its subsidiaries have been extensively researched and written about. The archives also contain a wealth of printed material.
Publications The list covers the major histories of HSBC and important acquisitions. A brief history The publication HSBC, A brief history is a good introduction to our history and is available for download. It captures the major events, decisions and personalities that have made HSBC what it is today. The HSBC lions Learn about Stephen and Stitt, the two lion sculptures seen guarding many of HSBC’s offices around the world today. P. G. Wodehouse and HSBC He was one of last century’s greatest comic authors. It is little known, however, that he spent part of his early career bent over the ledgers at The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation.
More about HSBC’s history HSBC’s history in France Learn about the combined heritage and history of the banks that comprise HSBC France. Read more HSBC’s history in Asia-Pacific HSBC has a long and rich history in Asia – providing banking services to governments, companies and individuals. Read more