Was Crisco Invented for Use as a Submarine Lubricant?
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Last updated 15 Jul 2024
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Some rumors claim a German chemist invented Crisco shortening to lubricate Germany
A German scientist invented Crisco shortening in 1901 for use as a submarine lubricant.
A German scientist invented Crisco shortening in 1901 for use as a submarine lubricant.
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