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History of the Sneaker

By brittie19
  • First sneakers

    First sneakers

    First sneakers, called Keds, created in the US. Nicknamed "sneakers" because they are so quiet you can sneak around.
  • Converse

    Converse

    Basketball star Chuck Taylor publicly endorses Converse All-Star shoes. They will become known as Chuck Taylors.
  • Adidas is Born

    Adidas is Born

    German Adi Dassler creates Adidas.
  • Rebel Without A Cause

    Rebel Without A Cause

    "Rebel Without A Cause" comes out and its star, James Dean, sports sneakers.
  • MJ & Nike

    MJ & Nike

    Michael Jordan signs contract with Nike, to wear a shoe called "Air Jordan." Air Jordans would go on to earn Nike billions of dollars.