Max Schmeling

Max Schmeling, the renowned German boxer, experienced a dramatic turn of events during World War II, as he was severely injured while participating in the ill-fated airborne assault on Crete in 1941. His parachutist endeavors ultimately led to a prolonged hospital stay, marking a significant pause in his boxing career. Following the war, Schmeling's life took an unexpected turn as he assumed the role of the head of the Coca-Cola company in Germany, a position that would require unique a blend of leadership skills and business acumen.