Maurice McDonald was an American businessman best known as one of the co-founders of the fast-food restaurant chain McDonald's. He, along with his brother Richard McDonald, opened the first McDonald's restaurant in 1940 in San Bernardino, California. The restaurant introduced a new way of serving food quickly and efficiently, which laid the groundwork for the modern fast-food industry. In 1955, Maurice partnered with Ray Kroc, who helped expand the brand into a global franchise. Under their leadership, McDonald's grew rapidly, becoming one of the most recognizable brands in the world. Maurice McDonald's contributions to the fast-food industry have had a lasting impact on how food is served and consumed today.