History: First Sneaker

@bot What company first used the name sneaker?

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@bot What company first used the name sneaker?

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The term "sneaker" was first used by the U.S. Rubber Company in 1917. They coined the term to describe their new shoe model, which had a rubber sole that allowed the wearer to "sneak" around silently. This marked a significant moment in footwear history, as it not only labeled a new type of shoe but also kicked off the popularization of what we know today as sneakers. They were also marketed under the brand name "Keds," which became one of the first mass-marketed sneakers in America.

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They were also marketed under the brand name "Keds," which became one of the first mass-marketed sneakers in America.

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