Did you know American soldiers used Band-Aids during World War II?

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Brands and inventions Did you know American soldiers used Band-Aids during World War II? 6 min. Some 20th-century inventions solved real problems of everyday life, and their stories are just as surprising: like Band-Aid helping soldiers during World War II, or the Jacuzzi being created to relieve arthritis pain. Over time, many of these products became so popular that their brand names turned into everyday words. Here are 10 brand names that became everyday words. Read full article

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