20 Weird Billionaires You Have To See To Believe

Another Veteran: John Edson

John Edson had a love of boats and water which is why he built a company that supplied affordable plywood for motorboats, however, he first served in the Korean war. When someone develops a love that is deep enough for a particular something, whether it be a person, object, or passion, then that person will go out of his way to make sure that love stays fueled.

He sold his company for $425 million to The Brunswick Corporation way back in 1986 so he had some time to let his money grow from then until now!