Red, white, and blue popsicle is a symbol of a carefree summer. But when it was invented in 1955, it was a reflection of the country's fight for military supremacy during the Cold War.

Hand holding up a Bomb Pop - Melissa Galovic/Getty Images Each summer season, there's one popsicle that remains a warm weather staple. The Bomb Pop, which you may remember getting from ice cream ...

REGULATIONS IN OUR AREA, VISIT KMBC.COM. NOW, IF YOU’RE PLANNING TO COOL OFF WITH A COLD TREAT THIS HOLIDAY WEEKEND, YOU CAN ACTUALLY PICK UP ONE THAT ORIGINATED RIGHT HERE IN KANSAS CITY. THE BOMB ...

An ice cream truck staple, the rocket-shaped red, white and blue ice pop launched in 1955. In celebration of Bomb Pop’s 70 th birthday, from June 26 to July 30, a 12-pack of Original Bomb Pops can be ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Hand holding up a Bomb Pop - Melissa Galovic/Getty Images Each summer season, there's one popsicle that remains a warm weather ...

Bomb Pops are a summertime non-negotiable. This red, white, and blue popsicle with its iconic rocket shape was first crafted in Kansas City, Missouri.