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150
Industry. Paper
The earliest Chinese paper was probably made from hemp and then the bark of the mulberry tree. Later, the Chinese used rags. -
Period: 200 to Feb 11, 1400
CE
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250
Exploration/Travel, Magnetic Compass
The Chinese were using this type of compass to help them navigate on long voyages. -
450
Exploration/Travel, Paddlewheel Boats
The people-powered paddlewheel boats allowed the Chinese to travel much faster on rivers and lakes. -
Jan 1, 618
Exploration/Travel, Canal Locks
Canal locks help boats travel under bridges. -
Jan 1, 650
Industry, Printing
The Chinese invented a technique called woodblock printing. -
Jan 1, 850
Military, Technology
The Chinese who first made gunpowder were alchemists, people who practiced ablend of science and magic known as alchemy. Alchemists experimented with mixtures of natural ingredients, trying to find a substance that might allow people to live forever. They also searched for a way to make gold out of cheaper
metals. -
Jan 1, 950
Industry, Porcelain
Porcelain is made by combining clay with the minerals quartz and feldspar. -
Jan 1, 950
Military Technology, Flamethrower
The Chinese used flamethrowers to spray enemies with streams of fire. -
Jan 1, 1250
Military Technology, Large Bombs
The Chinese used large bombs that were as explosive as modern bombs.
