The wheel's invention revolutionized transportation and agriculture, enabling efficient movement of goods and people over long distances.
Invented by Johannes Gutenberg, this device allowed for the mass production of books, spreading knowledge and literacy across Europe.
Discovered by Alexander Fleming, penicillin became the first widely used antibiotic, saving countless lives by treating bacterial infections.
Initially developed in China, the compass revolutionized navigation, allowing mariners to travel safely and explore distant lands.
Thomas Edison's practical light bulb extended productive hours into the night and led to the widespread use of electric power.
Alexander Graham Bell's invention of the telephone transformed global communication, making instant voice transmission possible over long distances.
This engine powered the Industrial Revolution and modern transportation, converting fuel into mechanical work to drive vehicles and machinery.
The advent of birth control pills and other contraceptives enabled family planning, improved living standards, and helped control population growth.