How A Wartime Invention Shaped Every Diner Mug You Know - Tasting Table
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The classic American diner coffee mug, known for its sturdy construction and distinct design, was developed due to the US Navy's need for durable drinkware during the Second World War. Regular mugs would tip over and break on rough seas, prompting the Navy to collaborate with Victor Insulators. The company created a new type of porcelain mug that was both heat resistant and strong enough to withstand impacts. Victor Insulators' innovation led to the widespread popularity of these mugs in diners across the United States, making them a symbol of American culture.
The US Navy sought a coffee mug design capable of enduring the rough conditions at sea during the Second World War, leading to the invention of the iconic diner mug.
Victor Insulators created a heavy-duty coffee mug that could withstand being knocked over without shattering, contributing to its status as a durable classic in diners.
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