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jul 15, 1717 - Attendance at Elementary Schools made mandatory in Prussia

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German pietism desired the Bible to be read by all. Prussian cameralism desired a population that was skilled enough to serve the state. While education was centuries old, mandatory universal education was pioneered by Prussia. There was a trend across Europe towards popular literacy, with rates of literacy increasing. The Prussian education system would eventually be emulated by many other nations.

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jul 15, 1717
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~ 308 years ago

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