7 Everyday Objects Originally Invented for Military Use

As the old adage goes, "necessity is the mother of invention." The difficulties of wartime have led to the creation of a lot of things. However, after the war, some of these things have found their way to more casual, civilian applications. Here are seven everyday objects originally invented for the military.

Duct Tape

The ubiquitous duct tape was first invented during World War II mainly to seal ammunition, and later to repair equipment and make makeshift bandages for the military. Johnson & Johnson's division fabricated a rubber-tape adhesive applied to a duck cloth base, making it also known as duck tape.