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original use
The microwave was original used to detect enemy ships and air crafts by military. -
The first U.S patent for the microwave
Due to their size and price tag, original microwave models were typically only found in canteens, restaurants and ship galleys over the next two decades. -
First counter top microwaves
Countertop microwaves were finally available for home use in 1967 and sold by Amana brand for just under $500.