> World War Il provided a major catalyst in large-scale honey and beeswax production. As in previous wars, military forces needed beeswax to waterproof canvas tents, belts, and metal casings of bullets. (Horn 2005)

> Beeswax was used in adhesive tape. It was used as waterproofing and protective coating for shells, belts, coils and machinery, especially in warm climates where grease would run off. Beeswax did not mildew and was preferred over paraffin for waterproofing canvas. Large quantities were used in work plants for waxing cables and pulleys. Soldiers and sailors needed it for their dental work. Beeswax in skin protective sun creams and camouflage makeup for commandos was essential to the war effort. Airplanes waxed smooth with beeswax saved thousands of gallons of valuable fuel. (Franklin 1999)

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