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Wellington's boots, c1800-c1850. Knee-high leather boots with spurs and red lining, formerly belonging to the Duke of Wellington. Modern wellington boots derive their name from these famous boots. (Photo by Museum of London/Heritage Images/Getty Images)

Wellington's boots, c1800-c1850. Knee-high leather boots with spurs and red lining, formerly belonging to the Duke of Wellington. Modern wellington boots derive their name from these famous boots. (Photo by Museum of London/Heritage Images/Getty Images)