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    Rise in popularity of Pepsi

    During the Great Depression, Pepsi gained popularity following the introduction in 1929 of a 10-ounce bottle. Initially priced at 10 cents, sales were slow, but when the price was slashed to five cents, sales increased substantially. With 12 ounces a bottle instead of the six ounces Coca-Cola...
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    History of Pepsi

    Pepsi was last made in New Bern, North Carolina in the United States in the early 1890s by pharmacist Caleb Bradham. In 1898, "Brad's drink" was changed to "Pepsi-Cola" and later trademarked on June 16, 1903. There are several theories on the origin of the word "Pepsi". The only two discussed...
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