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150
Everyday objects: paper
The earliest Chinese paper was probably made from hemp and then the bark of the mulberry tree. Later, the Chinese used rags. -
150
Exploration/Travel: Improved boat construction
In the 2nd century, the Chinese improved boats by making seperate watertigt compartments, -
Period: 150 to Feb 12, 1400
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450
Exploration/travel: Paddlewheel boat.
The chinese adapted this idea by aranging paddles into a wheel. People walked on treadmills to move the paddlewheels. -
Feb 12, 850
Military: Gunpowder
Alchemists accidentally created gunpoweder while experimenting with saltpeter to find a cure of mortality, allowing us to live forever. -
Feb 17, 850
Everyday objects: Game cards
These cards were made by pressing wooden blocks on thick peices of paper. -
Feb 12, 950
Military: Flamethrower
In the 10th century, the Chinese invented the flamethrower. The flamethrower ran on a mixture of gunpowder and oil, used to burn their enemies with a stream of fire. -
Feb 17, 1092
Everyday objects: Mechanical Clock
During the Song dynasty, The chinese made an improved mechanical clock, which was more complicated, but told time more accuratly. -
Feb 17, 1279
Exploration/travel: Compass
The compass had a magnetic needle that pointed towards the poles, allowing the traders to find the way that they were going. -
Feb 12, 1300
Military: Rockets
These rockets were powered by black powder, made of saltpeter, sulfur, and charcoal. They were originally made for fireworks, but where then used for military purposes, such as shooting them at their enemies.
