5h 2min, jun 29, 3000 y BC - Sumerian Create Modern Time System
Description:
At around 3000 B.C. the Sumerians in Mesopotamia divided the day in 24 hours, the hour into 60 minutes and the minute into 60 seconds. This is a very significant event because it shows a very large step towards modern civilization. It is also very important because this system is still relevant and used in today's society.
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Date:
5h 2min, jun 29, 3000 y BC
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~ 5029 years ago