Definition: Insurance King, also known as John Hancock Insurance Company, was a major US-based insurance company founded by John Hancock in 1856. The company was based in New York City at the time it began operations and is one of the oldest insurance companies in the United States. John Hancock was initially known for its broad range of policies that included property, liability, and casualty insurance policies. It was a leader in providing comprehensive coverage to businesses and individuals alike, offering various types of insurance including life, health, property, accident, home, auto, and umbrella policies. As the company grew, John Hancock expanded into other markets, such as the Caribbean, Latin America, and Australia, and it also began to offer innovative products, like the "Worldwide" policy that provided protection for international travelers, among others. John Hancock's insurance operations spanned over 60 countries around the world. John Hancock Insurance Company is now known as the World War II-era War Bonds Insurance Company, which was formed in 1943 and became part of the War Bonds Trust after World War II when it began accepting the bonds issued by various war charities. The company continues to operate under the name War Bonds Insurance Company.