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Subway Fun Facts...

1. Who founded the SUBWAY^® restaurant chain? When and where did the first restaurant open?

The SUBWAY^® restaurant chain was founded in 1965 by Fred DeLuca, a 17-year-old college freshman, and family friend Dr. Peter Buck. The first restaurant opened in Bridgeport, Connecticut, USA on August 28 and was called Pete’s Super Submarines.

2. When did the first SUBWAY^® franchised unit open and where was it located?

The first franchised SUBWAY^® unit opened in 1974 in Wallingford, Connecticut.

3. How many SUBWAY^® franchises are open and in how many countries?

There are more than 28,800 SUBWAY^® franchises in 86 countries and territories worldwide (as of 02/01/08). Check out the SUBWAY^® home page for a daily update.

4. Where is the SUBWAY^® chain headquartered and how many people does it employ?

Doctor's Associates Inc., the franchisor of SUBWAY^® restaurants, employs more than 600 people at its Milford, Connecticut, headquarters. Worldwide, its franchises employ more than 150,000 men and women throughout the system.