Magnetic tape pioneer John Orr marketed his product, manufactured in Opelika, Lee County, under the name Irish Brand Recording Tape. Orr adapted his technology from equipment confiscated from the Germans during World War II.

Magnetic tape pioneer John Orr marketed his product, manufactured in Opelika, Lee County, under the name Irish Brand Recording Tape. Orr adapted his technology from equipment confiscated from the Germans during World War II.