Are Tin Cans Used for Storing Food?
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The history of canning dates back to the late 18th century, with Napoleon Bonaparte offering a prize for a new preservation method to feed his army. While we call them 'tin cans,' this moniker is largely historical. Most modern food cans are made from steel with a very thin layer of tin to prevent corrosion and keep food safe for long-term storage.
