Micah Law World History Timeline by Micah Law _ Student - SouthGarnerHS

The Neolithic Revolution Begins(10,000 BCE)

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the pivotal shift in human history from nomadic hunter-gatherer lifestyles to settled agricultural communities, enabling larger populations and the development of early civilization.The Neolithic Revolution marked the transition from small, nomadic bands of hunter-gatherers to larger, agricultural settlements and the beginnings of civilization.

Haitian Revolution begins (1791-1804)

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The Haitian Revolution (1791-1804) was a successful slave revolt in Saint-Domingue (now Haiti), resulting in the establishment of the first independent black state in the New World, free from slavery and French colonial rule . the Haitian Revolution, a series of conflicts between 1791 and 1804, was the overthrow of the French regime in Haiti by the Africans and their descendants who had been enslaved by the French and the establishment of an independent country founded and governed by former slaves.

French Revolution begins (1789)

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The French Revolution began in 1789 and lasted until 1794. King Louis XVI needed more money, but had failed to raise more taxes when he had called a meeting of the Estates General. This instead turned into a protest about conditions in France.The French Revolution began on 5 May 1789, when the Estates-General of 1789 gathered at Versailles to discuss the impending financial crisis

Russian Revolution begins (1917)

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The February Revolution (known as such because of Russia's use of the Julian calendar until February 1918) began on March 8, 1917 (February 23 on the Julian calendar). Demonstrators clamoring for bread took to the streets of Petrograd.The Russian Revolution, a pivotal event in world history, stemmed from a confluence of factors including widespread social and economic inequality, the Tsarist regime's autocratic rule, and Russia's disastrous performance in World War I.

Here's a more detailed breakdown of the key causes:

Chinese Revolution begins(1911)

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The flash-point came on 10 October 1911, with the Wuchang Uprising, an armed rebellion among members of the New Army. Similar revolts then broke out spontaneously around the country, and revolutionaries in all provinces of the country renounced the Qing dynasty.On October 10, in consequence of the uncovering of a plot in Hankou (now [along with Wuchang] part of Wuhan) that had little or no connection with the Sichuan episode, a mutiny broke out among the troops in Wuchang, and this is regarded as the formal beginning of the revolution

Cuban Revolution begins(1953)

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It began with the assault on the Moncada Barracks on 26 July 1953 and ended on 1 January 1959, when Batista was driven from the country and the cities Santa Clara and Santiago de Cuba were seized by revolutionaries, led by Che Guevara and Fidel Castro's surrogates Raúl Castro and Huber Matos, respectively.The 1957 Havana Presidential Palace attack was a failed assassination attempt on the life of President Fulgencio Batista at the Presidential Palace in Havana, Cuba.

The Green Revolution begins (1960)

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The Green Revolution, a period of significant agricultural advancements, began in the 1960s, primarily in Mexico and India, and involved the introduction of high-yielding crop varieties, fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation techniques to increase food production in developing countries. The Green Revolution began in Mexico, where scientists developed a hybrid wheat variety that dramatically expanded yields. Following its introduction, hunger and malnutrition there dropped significantly.

Gunpowder is invented (9th century)

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Gunpowder, also commonly known as black powder to distinguish it from modern smokeless powder, is the earliest known chemical explosive. It consists of a mixture of sulfur, charcoal, and potassium nitrate. The sulfur and charcoal act as fuels while the saltpeter is an oxidizer.

The industrial revolution begins(18th century)

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The Industrial Revolution was a period of significant technological and societal transformation, marked by the shift from agrarian and handicraft economies to industrial and machine-manufacturing dominated ones, starting in the 18th century. The Industrial Revolution was a period of major changes in how products were made, moving from handcraft production to mass production using machines in factories.

Steam engine invented (1712)

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A steam engine is a heat engine that converts the thermal energy of steam into mechanical work, typically using steam pressure to drive a piston. It played a crucial role in the Industrial Revolution, powering machines, trains, and ship.Steam engines use the expansion of steam under pressure to create mechanical work.

Internal combustion engine invented (1859)

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An internal combustion engine (ICE) is a heat engine where fuel and air are burned inside the engine's cylinders, creating high-pressure gases that push a piston, converting chemical energy into mechanical energy. Unlike external combustion engines like steam engines, ICEs burn fuel directly within the engine's cylinders.

Digital Revolution begins (1980)

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The Digital Revolution, often considered the third industrial revolution, began in the 1980s with the widespread adoption of digital technology, moving from analog to digital formats, and is ongoing today. The digital revolution marked a shift from analog mechanical and electronic technology to digital technology, encompassing the mass production and widespread use of digital logic circuits and their derived technologies, such as computers, digital cellular phones, and fax machines.

Invention of the printing press(1440)

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The printing press, a revolutionary invention that enabled mass production of printed materials, was developed by German goldsmith Johannes Gutenberg around 1440, using movable type and a press similar to a wine press. Johannes Gutenberg, a German goldsmith, is credited with inventing the printing press, which used movable type (individual, reusable letters) and a press mechanism, similar to a wine press, to transfer ink onto paper.

Invention of the Machine gun (The Maxim Gun) (1884)

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The first fully automatic machine gun, the Maxim gun, was invented by Hiram Stevens Maxim in 1884, and it revolutionized warfare by utilizing the recoil of the firing cartridge to eject spent casings and load the next round, allowing for rapid, sustained fire. An American inventor, Maxim was a pioneer in the field of automatic weapons, and his Maxim gun was the first truly practical and effective machine gun.

Neil Armstrong steps onto the surface of the moon(1969)

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On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk on the Moon, famously uttering the phrase "That's one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind" as he stepped onto the lunar surface. Neil Armstrong, along with Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins, embarked on the Apollo 11 mission, aiming to land humans on the Moon.

Facebook Launches (february 2004)

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Facebook was launched on february 2004. It was created by Mark Zuckerberg and a few other Harvard University students as a social network for connecting with fellow students

Invention of plastic (1907)

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The invention of plastic as a fully synthetic material began in 1907 Leo Baekeland created bakelite.However, the journey towards plastics started earlier with the development of modified natural materials

The battle of the Somme begins (1916)

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The Battle of the Somme, a pivotal event in World War I, was a large-scale offensive fought from July 1 to November 18, 1916, on the Western Front. The Allied forces, primarily British and French, aimed to break the German lines but suffered devastating losses

An atomic bomb is dropped on Nagasaki (1945)

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On August 9, 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Nagasaki, Japan, using the "Fat Man" device. This second atomic bombing, three days after Hiroshima, led to a devastating explosion that killed between 40,000 and 75,000 people instantly and caused a third of the city to be destroyed.

Creation of the world wide web(1989)

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The World Wide Web (WWW), invented in 1989 by Tim Berners-Lee at CERN, was designed to facilitate information sharing between scientists across the globe.

Protestant Reformation (1517)

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The Protestant Reformation (1517-1648) was a period of significant religious, cultural, and social upheaval in Europe that challenged the authority of the Catholic Church and led to the formation of new Christian denominations. It began with Martin Luther's 95 Theses in 1517

Creation of Atari pong (1972)

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Nolan Bushnell, co-founder of Atari, conceived the idea of a simple, electronic version of table tennis (ping pong). He was inspired, in part, by the table tennis game available on the Magnavox Odyssey, the first home video game console.

Invention of the first wheel(4200 BC)

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The wheel was invented in Mesopotamia around 3500 BCE, but it's not possible to pinpoint a specific inventor. Early examples of wheels were likely used as potter's wheels and not for transportation. The wheel's invention is attributed to the Sumerians in Mesopotamia. The wheel was also independently invented in China around 2800 BCE.

Invention of the cotton gin(1794)

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The cotton gin, a machine that separates cotton seeds from cotton fiber, was invented by Eli Whitney in 1793. This invention dramatically sped up the process of separating cotton seeds, which had previously been done by hand or with primitive tools. Whitney's cotton gin consisted of a cylinder with wire teeth that pulled the fiber through a grid, separating the seeds.

The first airplane was invented(1903)

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The first successful airplane flight, using a powered, heavier-than-air aircraft, took place on December 17, 1903, at Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. The flight was piloted by Orville Wright, and it lasted for 12 seconds, traveling 120 feet.

Creation of the iphone (2007)

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The first iPhone was created and announced by Steve Jobs on January 9, 2007, at the Macworld convention in San Francisco. It was then released in the United States on June 29, 2007. The iPhone was presented as a combination of an iPod, a phone, and an internet communicator, and it marked a significant shift in the smartphone market.

Creation of ChatGPT(2022)

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ChatGPT was created by OpenAI, an AI research company. It started as a nonprofit company in 2015 but became for-profit in 2019. Its CEO is Sam Altman, who also co-founded the company. OpenAI released ChatGPT as a free “research preview” in November 2022.

Creation of Model T(1908)

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The Ford Model T, also known as the "Tin Lizzie," was introduced on October 1, 1908, and revolutionized the automotive industry by making cars accessible to the masses. Henry Ford achieved this by implementing mass production techniques, including the assembly line, which drastically reduced the cost of manufacturing and ownership.

The telegraph (1876)

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The telephone was invented and patented by Alexander Graham Bell on March 7, 1876. He was awarded U.S. Patent Number 174,465 for "Improvement in Telegraphy". Bell made the first telephone call on March 10, 1876, to his assistant, Thomas Watson. While there were earlier attempts and ideas related to transmitting voice, Bell's invention was the first working telephone to be patented and widely used

Invention of Radar(1935)

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The invention of radar is a story with several key milestones. While the theoretical underpinnings were established earlier by figures like James Clerk Maxwell and Heinrich Hertz, the practical development of a working radar system is generally credited to 1935.