Which famous outdoor retail brand began as a military surplus store in 1938, selling US Army surplus before expanding into camping and outdoor gear?

After World War II, military surplus stores became an important retail phenomenon across America and Europe. These stores sold excess military equipment and clothing to civilians, creating a unique retail category with strong brand recognition that persists to this day. Many of these retailers grew from humble beginnings into recognized brands with loyal customer bases. Test your knowledge of how military history and retail intersected to create some famous brands!

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REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.)
L.L. Bean
Eddie Bauer
Coleman