7-Eleven began in 1927 as an ice vendor in Dallas, Texas called Southland Ice Company. It eventually started selling food items like bread, milk, and eggs, which led to the first convenience stores. The name changed to 7-Eleven in 1946 to reflect the extended hours from 7 am to 11 pm. 7-Eleven grew rapidly in the following decades, pioneering ideas like 24/7 stores and to-go coffee. While it started in the US, it now has a significant global presence with stores in many countries. The stores sell a variety of products including snacks, beverages, prepared foods, and gasoline.
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