The varsity jacket has its origins in the late 19th century. The first letterman jacket was created at Harvard University in 1865 for members of the school’s baseball team. These early jackets were made of wool and adorned with a large “H” to symbolize the team. By the 1930s, the jacket had become a standard part of American high school and college culture. Over the years, the jacket’... https://dignityleather.com/varsity-jacket/