Human Hair Hygrometer
Science, History Zen Hansen Science, History Zen Hansen

Human Hair Hygrometer

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In the early 1940’s during WWII, it is reported that over 5,000 American women trimmed and donated their long blonde locks as part of a scientific war effort. Human hair being the main material needed to make hygrometers in atmospheric weather transmitters.

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Human Hair - Kiribati Armor
Culture, History Zen Hansen Culture, History Zen Hansen

Human Hair - Kiribati Armor

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In 1893 (nearly 130 years ago) reports of a curious artifact was making its rounds in newspapers across the globe. Islander armor made with strands of human hair. An intriguing functional and decorative utility for hair.

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