History of Backpacks and Athletic Bags

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  • Origins of Backpacks

    Origins of Backpacks
    These special bags were created to carry hunting equipment and bait. The bags were made of animal skin. They were also sown together by animal intestine to make a durable, fabric-like material.
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    Backpack History

  • The Term 'Backpack'

    The Term 'Backpack'
    The term 'Backpack' was created in the U.S. People back then use to say, "Moneybag" or "packsack"

  • Modification to this Prehistoric Invention

    A man named Dick Kelty invented lighweight, durable, and compact backpacks after going hiking one day.

  • Kelty improves his idea

    Kelty sold 29 backpacks for 24 dollars each. Kelty continued to improve his backpack idea.

  • Improvements as Time Progressed

    Improvements as Time Progressed
    Outdoor activities became more popular, and Kelty's bags became famous. Different people started making variations to this idea. Soon, our modern athletic bags and backpacks were created based off of Dick Kelty's idea.