Marissa Lopez, Dick Kelty

By collier6

  • Birthday

    Dick kelty was born on September 13,1919 in Duluth,MN.

  • Invention

    In 1952 Dick Kelty invented the backpack.

  • Sales increase

    In 1954 Dick Kelty's sales increase to 220 backpacks.

  • Factory

    Dick Kelty bought an old barber shop and turned it into his factory.

  • Larger Factory

    Dick Kelty moved into a larger factory.

  • Rain cover backpcks

    In 1965 Dick Kelty introduced his new rain cover backpacks.

  • New Designs

    Dick Kelty designs the first stainless steal,quick release waist belt buckle.

  • Jackets and sleeping bags

    In 1975 Dick Kelty introduced insulated jackets and sleeping bags.

  • Clothing

    He made his clothing.

  • Anniversary

    In 2002 it was his 50th anniversary.

  • Death

    He died January 12,2004