Some claim life was simpler 100 years ago. I can’t say I agree with that sentiment. After all, in 1912 women couldn’t vote, the Titanic sank, child labor laws were rarely upheld and life expectancy was around 50. Not exactly a snapshot of the “good old days” nostalgic great-grandpa would try to sell you.

1912 wasn’t a year of total gloom either. The first parachute jump took place, New Mexico became the 47th state and motorized movie cameras were invented. It was also the year that birthed these five well-known brands.

The Girl Scouts: The first Girl Scout meeting, led by founder Juliette “Daisy” Gordon Low, was held in Savannah, Ga., with 18 girls in attendance. Low wanted to create a club where girls could enjoy outdoor activities and share mental, physical and spiritual experiences.

Fenway Park: One of the most notable baseball stadiums of all time, Boston’s Fenway Park was designed to exude a cozy ambiance. On Fenway’s website, Marty Nolan writes, “The essence of Fenway is its intimacy, a coziness that encourages, even demands, intensity. Fans become family; nicknames flourish.” And Red Sox and Yankees fans keep one of sports’ most enduring rivalries vibrant.

General Motors (NYSE:GM): The GMC truck first debuted at the New York auto show. The first GMC trucks didn’t look like modern pickups. The early models were big, tough and geared toward commercial customers.

Oreo Cookies (NYSE:KFT): The Oreo is famous for its dunkability and creamy center. It’s also been wildly popularly since its inception and holds the honor of the best-selling cookie in America.

Life Savers: Chocolate-maker Clarence Crane created the original Life Saver candy. He wanted a treat that wouldn’t melt in the summer sun. Crane chose the moniker because the candies looked like little life preservers.