They all were proficient in Latin. From the Middle Ages until about the middle of the 20th century, Latin was a central part of a manâs schooling in the West. Along with logic and rhetoric, grammar (as Latin was then known) was included as part of the Trivium â the foundation of a medieval liberal arts education.
Duct Tape was Originally Named âDuckâ Tape and Came in Green, Not Silver. Today I found out Duct tape was originally named âDuckâ tape and originally only came in green, not silver. Duct tape was originally invented by Johnson & Johnsonâs Permacel division during WWII for the military. The military specifically needed a waterproof tape that could be used to keep moisture out of ammunition cases.
Thank goodness, there are no cities here. Top-notch. Even the shell collecting. Determining the origin of many Outer Banks town names is a study of history and sometimes even pirate lore (see Kill Devil Hills). As for Duckâs namesake, itâs exactly what you might expect. Hunters and gatherers have been flocking to the area since the 1800âs for its abundant waterfowl.