This durable cloth-backed tape, originally known as duck tape, was invented during World War II to help soldiers waterproof their ammunition cases. Over time, the Johnson & Johnson company ...

Invented in 1942 by the Johnson and Johnson Company’s Permacel Division, duct tape was created to keep ammunition cases dry.

Is it "duct" tape or "duck" tape? Believe it or not, historically, it's the latter. This fabric tape with its strong pressure-sensitive adhesive was developed during World War II as a waterproof (like ...