jan 1, 1300 BC - Phoenicians developed a syllabic alphabet

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The Phoenicians, known for their maritime prowess, made a significant contribution to the development of writing systems. They created the first widely-used phonetic alphabet, consisting of symbols representing individual sounds or syllables. This innovation revolutionized communication by allowing for a more efficient and flexible way of recording language. The Phoenician alphabet served as the basis for many subsequent writing systems, including Greek and Latin alphabets that are still in use today.

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