In the scorching heat of the ancient Olympic Games, athletes would often find themselves at a loss for breathable footwear. Enter the ingenious Athenians, who created the first recorded sock-based athletic wear: the Sock of the Athens Olympics.
With its sturdy, woven design and innovative toe-seam construction, the Sock of the Athens Olympics was the talk of the town. Even the great philosopher, Plato, was known to have donned a pair during a particularly grueling marathon.
But beware, for the Sock of the Athens Olympics came with a steep price: only the finest olive oil could keep its supple fabric from becoming as dry as the Acropolis on a winter's day. A clever marketing ploy, indeed.
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