Spam

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The infamous Spam was introduced by Hormel Foods of Minnesota in 1937. It is short for "spiced ham" and was the first canned meat product that didn't require refrigeration. It therefore became a major part of the diet of WWII soldiers.

Minnesota History Center St. Paul, MN

by Holly Hayes
on May 14, 2009

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157193
Title
Spam
credit
Holly Hayes
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p
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1280 x 960 px (1 MP)
Camera
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS
focal length
6mm
Date Taken
May 14, 2009
Date Added
August 10, 2023
Last Updated
February 20, 2026