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09-MAY-2013 © MiekeWAMinkjan

Form

The first carrier back pack with an external frame dates from the time of the Ötzi, 5300 years ago.
The first "real" backpack came around 1800, when Napoleon's soldiers wore knapsacks.
The backpack won its current popularity in the 80s.

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Cindi Smith30-May-2013 15:57
Cool history of the backpack.
J. Scott Coile26-May-2013 02:02
Nice bit of history.
LynnH25-May-2013 13:04
Fascinating history, Mieke!
Karen Stuebing24-May-2013 21:06
I love the design of this with the markings on it. I never knew the history of backpacks. Super image.
Walter Otto Koenig24-May-2013 14:23
Cool photo with the patterns on it, and interesting information too. Backpacks have also revolutionized photography in the amount of equipment we can carry safely. Well done or the challenge!
Carol Rollins24-May-2013 13:41
Excellent idea Mieke. That's a great shape and with such great pattern markings.
Janice Dunn24-May-2013 08:27
So, if you want to make a shirt you could cut this up and sew yourself one!! It may be a bit small though!
borisalex24-May-2013 05:51
This is great! Love the history of one of my favorites! V.