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jan 1, 850 - Invention of Gunpowder

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Chinese were practicing alchemy when they accidentally discovered explosives, caused by certain ores mixed with proportions and heat. Originally used for firewood, but later used as gunpowder in warfare.

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jan 1, 850
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~ 1176 years ago
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