Fun Facts About Clogs of Amsterdam

1. The oldest pair of wooden shoes, dating back to 1230 to 1280, was discovered in Amsterdam in the Netherlands.

2. Clogs or wooden shoes come in three different styles.

1. Wooden upper

2. Wooden overshoes

3. Wooden soled

3. Clogs were a popular choice of footwear during the 1970's up to the early 1980's for both men and women.

4. In different styles of dance, clogs are the most common footwear of choice.

5. Machine-made footwear was introduced in the early 20th century. Prior to that, all wooden clogs were handmade by skilled craftsmen.

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