World History Timeline/Technology Timeline by Eric Spencer _ Student - SouthGarnerHS

Neolithic Age (10,000 BCE)

edspencer1 — 2024-10-22 13:55:06 UTC

The Neolithic Age started around 10,000 BCE and was when people shifted from hunting and gathering to farming and settling in one place. This led to better tools, pottery, and more organized societies, which helped shape modern civilization.

The Agricultural Revolution (1700's)

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The Second Agricultural Revolution happened between the 17th and 19th centuries, when new farming tools and techniques like crop rotation and better machines helped grow more food. This allowed the population to grow and helped start the Industrial Revolution.

Haitian Revolution (1791)

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The Haitian Revolution was a series of conflicts between 1791 and 1804. It 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 (1789)

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The French Revolution was a period of major social upheaval that began in 1787 and ended in 1799. It sought to completely change the relationship between the rulers and those they governed and to redefine the nature of political power.

Russian Revolution (1917)

edspencer1 — 2024-10-22 14:05:03 UTC

The Russian Revolution was a big event in 1917 that got rid of the Russian king, Tsar Nicholas II, and brought the Bolsheviks, a communist group led by Lenin, to power. It started with the February Revolution, where people protested and forced the Tsar to step down, and then the October Revolution, when the Bolsheviks took over the government. This whole thing led to a civil war and eventually created the Soviet Union.

Chinese Revolution (1927)

edspencer1 — 2024-10-22 14:05:30 UTC

The Chinese Revolution was a major series of events that happened in the early 1900s, ending the rule of emperors in China and starting a republic in 1912. It included a bunch of uprisings, but the biggest one was the 1911 Revolution, which caused the Qing Dynasty to fall and the Nationalist Party to take control.

Cuban Revolution (1953)

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The Cuban Revolution was a fight led by Fidel Castro and his group against the government of Fulgencio Batista in Cuba, which ended in 1959. They wanted to create a better society by making big changes like giving land to people and turning Cuba into a socialist country.

American Revolution (1775)

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The American Revolution was an insurrection carried out by 13 of Great Britain's North American colonies that began in 1775 and ended with a peace treaty in 1783. The colonies won political independence and went on to form the United States of America.

The Green Revolution (1940)

edspencer1 — 2024-10-22 14:07:59 UTC

The Green Revolution was a time, mainly in the 1940s to 1960s, when farming got a lot better because of new techniques and technologies. This meant using special seeds that produced more crops, along with things like fertilizers and better ways to water the plants, which helped a lot of people get more food.

Gunpowder (800 C.E)

edspencer1 — 2024-10-22 14:08:29 UTC

Gunpowder is a mix of saltpeter, charcoal, and sulfur that was first made in 9th-century China. It became super important for weapons like guns and cannons, changing the way wars were fought.

Industrial Revolution (1760)

edspencer1 — 2024-10-22 14:08:58 UTC

The Industrial Revolution began in the 18th century in Britain and transformed society from an agrarian one to an industrial one. The period saw the introduction of new technologies that greatly changed economies and how people lived, such as the steam engine, the telegraph, and the spinning jenny.

Steam Engine (1712)

edspencer1 — 2024-10-22 14:09:21 UTC

A steam engine is a heat engine that performs mechanical work using steam as its working fluid. The steam engine uses the force produced by steam pressure to push a piston back and forth inside a cylinder.

Internal Combustion Engine (1853)

edspencer1 — 2024-10-22 14:09:52 UTC

An internal combustion engine (ICE or IC engine) is a heat engine in which the combustion of a fuel occurs with an oxidizer (usually air) in a combustion chamber that is an integral part of the working fluid flow circuit.This engine is used for many power and it helps a lot a people daily and is a very effective and useful invention.

Plastic (1907)

edspencer1 — 2024-10-22 14:10:17 UTC

Plastic is a type of material that's really light and made from chemicals called polymers. You can find it in a ton of stuff we use every day, like water bottles, bags, and even some toys.

Digital Revolution (1950)

edspencer1 — 2024-10-22 14:11:06 UTC

The Digital Revolution in the 1950s was all about moving from old-school mechanical stuff to new electronic technology, starting with the first computers and the invention of the transistor. This change helped make computers smaller and faster, which set the stage for all the cool tech we use today.

Columbus Discovers the Americas (1492)

edspencer1 — 2024-10-22 14:11:48 UTC

Christopher Columbus discovered the Americas in 1492 when he sailed west from Spain, looking for a new way to reach Asia. Instead, he ended up in the Bahamas, which started a lot of exploration and colonization by Europeans.

Printing Press (1440

edspencer1 — 2024-10-22 14:12:12 UTC

The printing press was invented by Johannes Gutenberg in the 1400s and used movable type to print books and papers. It changed how people shared information, making it easier to spread ideas and helping start important movements like the Renaissance.

Machine Gun (1884)

edspencer1 — 2024-10-22 14:12:47 UTC

A machine gun is a type of gun that can shoot a lot of bullets really fast without needing to be reloaded after each shot. It's mainly used in the military and can be attached to things like cars or stands to help aim better.

Syrian Civil War (2011)

edspencer1 — 2024-10-22 14:13:23 UTC

The Syrian Civil War started in 2011 when people protested against the government of President Bashar al-Assad, which led to fighting between the government and different rebel groups. It turned into a really complicated and violent war with lots of different sides involved, and it caused a huge humanitarian crisis with millions of people losing their homes.

Neil Armstrong Steps on the Moon (1969)

edspencer1 — 2024-10-22 14:13:54 UTC

When Neil Armstrong walked on the moon on July 20, 1969, during the Apollo 11 mission, he became the first person to ever step on the moon. He said, "That's one small step for [a] man, one giant leap for mankind," which was a huge deal for space exploration and made history.

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Cotton Gin(1793)

edspencer1 — 2024-12-20 00:25:07 UTC

The cotton gin, invented by Eli Whitney in 1793, revolutionized cotton processing by quickly separating seeds from fibers. This innovation boosted cotton production in the U.S. but also intensified the demand for enslaved labor in the South.

The First Wheel (4200/4000 BC)

edspencer1 — 2024-12-20 00:34:56 UTC

The first wheel was invented around 3500 BCE in Mesopotamia and was initially used for pottery making. Later adapted for transportation, it revolutionized trade, travel, and agriculture, marking a major technological advancement.

Protestant Reformation(1517)

edspencer1 — 2024-12-20 00:39:19 UTC

The Protestant Reformation began in 1517 when Martin Luther challenged the Catholic Church's practices, leading to the creation of new Christian denominations. It emphasized faith over church authority and was fueled by the printing press, reshaping European religion and politics.

Council of Trent(1545/1563)

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The Council of Trent (1545–1563) was a major Catholic response to the Protestant Reformation, aiming to reform church practices and affirm key doctrines. It clarified Catholic beliefs, standardized the Mass, and strengthened discipline to combat Protestant criticisms.

First Airplane(1903)

edspencer1 — 2024-12-20 00:51:29 UTC

The first airplane, designed and flown by the Wright brothers in 1903, achieved the first powered, controlled, and sustained flight in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. This breakthrough marked the beginning of modern aviation, transforming transportation and global connectivity.

The Battle of Somme(1916)

edspencer1 — 2024-12-20 00:53:19 UTC

The Battle of the Somme, fought in 1916 during World War I, was one of the deadliest battles in history, with over one million casualties. It highlighted the horrors of trench warfare and introduced new military technologies like tanks, but achieved only minimal territorial gains.

The Bombing of Nagasaki (1945)

edspencer1 — 2024-12-20 00:57:48 UTC

The bombing of Nagasaki on August 9, 1945, was the second use of an atomic bomb in warfare, killing tens of thousands instantly and devastating the city. This event, along with the bombing of Hiroshima, led to Japan's surrender and the end of World War II.

Creation of the World Wide Web (1989)

edspencer1 — 2024-12-20 01:01:01 UTC

The World Wide Web was created in 1989 by Tim Berners-Lee as a way to share information over the internet using hypertext and web browsers. This innovation revolutionized communication, business, and access to information, shaping the modern digital era.

Facebook Lanches (2004)

edspencer1 — 2024-12-20 01:04:17 UTC

Facebook was launched in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg and his college roommates as a social networking platform for Harvard students. It quickly expanded to other universities and eventually became a global social media giant, transforming online communication and social interaction.

Cambridge Analytica Goes Bankrupt (2018)

edspencer1 — 2024-12-20 01:05:46 UTC

Cambridge Analytica filed for bankruptcy in May 2018 after being embroiled in a scandal over its misuse of Facebook data to influence elections. The company faced widespread criticism and legal challenges, leading to its closure and the collapse of its operations.