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The History of American Food

The History of American Food

177 Bringing the Sea's Bounty to You - In a Can - But at what Cost?

The History of American Food · Jul 15, 2026 · 27:24

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And then listen in to the rise of canned fish in the late 19th century.  Instant protein you can take with you anywhere.  The cottage cheese of the 19th century - but no refrigeration needed.

But - being able to can every last oyster and slamon we could get our hands on had a cost - as well as a payoff.

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