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Dick kelty was born on September 13,1919 in Duluth,MN.
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In 1952 Dick Kelty invented the backpack.
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In 1954 Dick Kelty's sales increase to 220 backpacks.
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Dick Kelty bought an old barber shop and turned it into his factory.
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Dick Kelty moved into a larger factory.
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In 1965 Dick Kelty introduced his new rain cover backpacks.
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Dick Kelty designs the first stainless steal,quick release waist belt buckle.
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In 1975 Dick Kelty introduced insulated jackets and sleeping bags.
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He made his clothing.
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In 2002 it was his 50th anniversary.
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He died January 12,2004
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