Palladium decided to open a plant in Pont De Cheruy, France, to start producing footwear that was as hard wearing as their tires. In 1947 the legendary Pampa boot was born, and the functionality, comfort and durability were so outstanding that the French Foreign Legion adopted it for their use.
The Palladium Pallabrouse, the Baggy, and the Pampa Hi are all moderately rugged, and they are single layer canvas construction, which is the best material and construction for you if you have to walk your boots dry on the regular....
The brand is Palladium. I'm reasonably certain the ones being peddled by US Cavalry & Brigade Quartermaster back in the day were knockoffs. I don't recall seeing actual Pampas until much later.
The Business Journals: SPC's century-old Palladium Theater to undergo yearlong closure for extensive upgrades
Bay News 9: Palladium Theater awarded $2.5M from Pinellas bed tax fund
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Palladium Theater was recently awarded $2.5 million from Pinellas County’s tourist development tax fund, when the capital project request was unanimously approved by ...
Bay News 9: Palladium Theater requests $2.5M in bed tax money for renovations
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The nearly 100-year-old building which is home to the Palladium Theater has been in need of costly renovations that include replacing all of the seats along with improving ...
Pinellas County commissioners approved $2.5 million toward a major renovation of the Palladium Theater. The $13 million project aims to modernize the historic venue while preserving its character.