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Credit cards evolve from World War I origins to modern use
Early metal cards issued by oil firms appeared before World War I with banks introducing plastic payment tools in 1950s. Diners Club 1960 and American Express 1968 expand travel and entertainment charges. By late 20th century BankAmericard becomes VISA, Interbank Master Charge, and widespread plastic payments grow.
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Diners Club
Amiéticins
Américan Express
T&e
Franklin National Bank
New York
Long Island
Bank of America
BankAmericard
California
Interbank Card Association
VISA
U.S
American Express
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