States Tape is an installation that reveals the historic context of duct tape. This installation work is based on research into duct tape's development and invention which took place in World War II. This peculiar material was used to waterproof ammunition cases during amphibious assault missions, often used in conjunction with the DUKW. The DUKW, rumored to be the source for duct tape's peculiar name, is an amphibious transport vehicle.
