How Much the Nike Air Force 1 Has Changed Since 1982

Even the biggest sneakerheads can learn something here.

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Late last year, Nike dug through its archives to present a comprehensive look at some of the Air Force 1's most memorable releases over the years, and today the history lesson continues with "The Morphology of Air Force 1."

This time around, Nike's focusing on the Air Force 1's seemingly endless list of silhouette, structure, and material changes since its debut in 1982. It's all here, from minor tweaks like the placement of the Swoosh and height of the collar to more radical updates like Foamposite and zippered uppers. Historians will appreciate Nike's attention to detail, while AF1 newcomers might learn a thing or two about one of the most iconic sneakers of our time.

Check out the full breakdown below and stay tuned to see what's next for the evolution of the Air Force 1.