Overview
General Radiotelephone Company was a U.S.-based manufacturer and marketer of citizens band (CB) radio equipment during the early growth period of personal radio communications.
Description
General Radiotelephone operated in the United States and produced CB radio equipment aimed at consumer and commercial users. Like many companies in the CB market, products were often manufactured by third-party firms, including Japanese OEM manufacturers, and sold under the General Radiotelephone name.
History
- 1963: General Radio Telephone Company established in Burbank, California
- 1960s: George Marygold served as Chief Engineer and Owner
- 1960s: Charles Messenger associated with company operations
- 1960s–1970s: Active in the emerging and expanding CB radio market
- 1970s: Growth during peak CB radio popularity
- Late 1970s–early 1980s: Decline in CB radio demand reduced market activity
Historical Addresses
- General Radio Telephone Company (1963)
3501 West Burbank Boulevard
Burbank, California
(213) 849-6891 - General Radiotelephone Company
3804 West Burbank Boulevard
Burbank, California
Victoria 9-1439