History
Dynamite was invented by Alfred Nobel and was the first safely manageable explosive stronger than black powder. Nobel obtained patents for his invention: in England on May 7, 1867 and in Sweden on October 19, 1867. He originally sold dynamite as "Nobel's Blasting Powder". After its introduction, dynamite rapidly gained wide-scale use as a safe alternative to gunpowder and nitroglycerin. Nobel tightly controlled the patents, and unlicensed duplicating companies were quickly shut down. However, a few American businessmen got around the patent by using a slightly different formula. The invention was celebrated by anarchists, who recognized its suitability for propaganda by the deed.
Military dynamite. Dynamite, M1, is for general use as medium velocity blasting explosive to replace 60 percent commercial dynamites in military construction, quarrying, and demolitionwork. Dynamite, M1, is packaged in paraffin-coated cylindrical paper cartridges having a nominal diameter of 1-1/4 inches and nominal length of 8 inches. Dynamite, Ml, unlike commercial dynamite, contains no nitroglycerin and will not freeze in cold nor exude in hot weather. The composition does not absorb or retain moisture. Shipping containers do not require turning in storage. Safety in transportation, storage, and handling is better than thatof 60 percent commercial dynamite
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