mar 11, 618 - Wood Block Printing 618AD - China
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Originated in China (this date is debatable) . This simple printing method consisted of applying ink carefully to a block of wood using a knife or chisel which would create a pattern or symbol. This method is one of the earliest printing techniques acting as a foundation to how we use and know printing today
Diamond Sutra is printed making it officially the first full length book featuring patterns and symbols
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Timeline Printing
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