150 years of Levi's 501 blue jeans - CBS News
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In 1873 Levi Strauss and his tailor, Jacob Davis, created the modern denim pants known as blue jeans, designed for workmen. Today they are a clothing staple, and an icon of fashion.
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150 years of Levi's 501 blue jeans - CBS News
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150 years of Levi's 501 blue jeans - CBS News
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150 years of Levi's 501 blue jeans - CBS News
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150 years of Levi's 501 blue jeans - CBS News