World History Timeline by Joseph Christopher Kankonde _ Student - SouthGarnerHS

The Neolithic Revolution Begins (10,000 BCE)

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This period marks the transition from nomadic lifestyles to settled farming communities, leading to the development of agriculture.

Gunpowder(9th century CE)

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The invention of gunpowder in China revolutionized warfare and eventually led to the development of firearms and explosives.

Invention if the printing press(c.1440)

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Johannes Gutenberg’s invention of the printing press made books more accessible, promoting literacy and the spread of ideas during the Renaissance.

Columbus "discovers" the Americas (1492)

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columbus discovery was when he discover the new world

The Agricultural Revolution begins (British Agricultural Revolution, 17th-18th centuries)

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This period saw significant improvements in farming techniques, leading to increased food production and population growth in Britain.

The Industrial Revolution begins (late 18th century, c. 1760-1840

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This era marked a shift to industrialization, characterized by the rise of factories and mass production.

Steam engine invented (c. 1698, popularized by James Watt in 1776)

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The steam engine facilitated advancements in transportation and manufacturing, driving the Industrial Revolution.

American Revolution begins (1775)

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The American colonies’ fight for independence from British rule led to the establishment of the United States.

French Revolution begins (1789)

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This revolutionary period in France sought to overthrow the monarchy and establish a republic based on the principles of liberty, equality, and fraternity.

Haitian Revolution begins (1791

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This successful slave uprising in Haiti resulted in the first independent nation in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Invention of the internal combustion engine (early 19th century, c. 1800s, commercialized by 1860s)

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This innovation revolutionized transportation and industry, leading to the development of automobiles and machinery.

Invention of the machine gun (Maxim Gun) (1884

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The introduction of the Maxim gun changed warfare by allowing rapid fire and significantly impacting military tactics.

Russian Revolution begins (1917)

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This revolution led to the overthrow of the Tsar and the establishment of a communist government in Russia.

Plastic is invented (early 20th century, 1907 - Bakelite)

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Bakelite was the first synthetic plastic, paving the way for the development of various plastic materials used in countless applications today.

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

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The Apollo 11 mission made Neil Armstrong the first human to walk on the moon, marking a significant achievement in space exploration.

Cuban Revolution begins (1953)

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This revolution led to the overthrow of the Batista regime and established a communist government under Fidel Castro.

Chinese Revolution begins (1949)

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The Chinese Communist Party’s victory led to the establishment of the People’s Republic of China, fundamentally changing the country’s political landscape.

The Green Revolution begins (mid-20th century, 1940s-1960s)

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This period involved agricultural innovations that increased food production and helped combat hunger in developing countries.

The Digital Revolution begins (late 20th century, 1970s onward)

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The rise of digital technology transformed communication, information sharing, and many aspects of daily life.

The Syrian Civil War begins (1980s Islamist Uprising) (late 1970s-early 1980s)

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This conflict arose from a series of protests and uprisings against the government, leading to a prolonged and devastating civil war.