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The History of Computers - Computer History...
A history of computers and the inventors involved with each computer invention milestone - a timeline with detailed history features.
Philo Farnsworth
Philo Farnsworth was the farm boy who conceived the basic operating principles of electronic television at the age of just 13 years.
The Inventions of Thomas Edison
Thomas Edison held a world record of 1093 patents for inventions such as the lightbulb and phonograph - Thomas Edison biography and timeline.
The History of the Telephone - Alexander Graham...
The history of the telephone covering Alexander Graham Bell and Elisha Gray - telephones from early models to todays digital cell phones and pagers.
Famous Inventions : A to Z
Research the history of famous inventions both historical and cutting edge contemporary with thousands of detailed articles, biographies, photos, and timelines. And yes all in an easy to find format A to Z.
History of the Atomic Bomb & The Manhattan...
Albert Einstein and other scientists told Roosevelt of Nazi Germany efforts to build an atomic bomb - the United States Government began the Manhattan Project that produced the first atomic bomb.
20th Century Timeline 1900 - 1999
Technology, science, and inventions have progressed at an accelerated rate during the hundred years of the 20th century, more so than any other century.
History of Photography and the Camera
The complete history of photography a word derived from the Greek words for light and writing first used by Sir John Herschel in 1839.
Galileo Galilei
The life of Galileo Galilei, scientist, inventor, and astronomer, considered to be the Father of Scientific Reason.
19th Century Timeline
Learn about the famous inventions of the 19th Century, a period of rapid technological progress that took place during the 1800s, when many of the inventions we still use or know about today were first invented. Written in chronological order this timeline is extremely easy to use and includes links to indepth materials on each event.
History of Flight - The Wright Brothers
Orville and Wilbur Wright aka the Wright Brothers invented and flew the first airplane.
Airplanes, Flight
The history of flight and the invention of the airplane including inventors Orville and Wilbur Wright.
The History of the Electric Telegraph and...
The history of the telegraph and the science of telegraphy - Samuel Morse and other inventors.
Top 10 Inventions
The top ten most popular inventions.
The History of Penicillin
Penicillin is one of the first and still one of the most widely used antibiotic agents - derived from the Penicillium mold.
Bill Gates - Biography and History
A biography of Bill Gates - the founder of Microsoft.
Modern Inventions
A timeline of 21st century modern inventions of 2000 and beyond
History of Basketball - James Naismith
James Naismith was the Canadian physical education instructor who invented basketball in 1891.
History of the Microscope
A history of the microscope starting with use of a simple lens in ancient times to the first compound microscope circa 1590 and including the microscopes of the 19th century.
The History of Coca Cola
Coca Cola was invented by Doctor John Pembert - learn the history of coca cola and other soft drinks.
The Dynamics of Airplane Flight
How does a plane fly and be under control?: sir isaac newton airplane wings hollow sphere full of hot air airplane flight
Johannes Gutenberg and the Printing Press
In 1450 Johannes Gutenberg made his first printing press.
Sample Business Plans
Sample business plans than can be used to as a guideline for writing your own.
The Invention of Radio
An outline of the development of radio technology - radio owes its development to two other inventions the telegraph and the telephone.
Famous Inventors A to Z
History and biographies of famous inventors with background information and patents on each invention - sp inventers
Alexander Graham Bell - Biography
In 1876 at the age of 29 Alexander Graham Bell invented a phone and a year later he started the Bell telephone company.
Who Invented Facebook?
Facebook is the the creme de la creme of social media - learn the facinating story of who invented facebook.
Top 10 Popular Inventors
The top ten most popular inventors.
Television History
History of television. black and white, color, and digital TV, cameras, video recording, and broadcast equipment, with inventors Farnsworth, Baird, Zworykin, and more.
The Cotton Gin and Eli Whitney
Eli Whitney patented the cotton gin on March 14 1794.
The Invention of Television
Television was not invented by a single inventor instead many people working together and alone contributed to its evolution.
Steam Engine History
The history of steam engines - Thomas Savery patented the first crude steam engine - Thomas Newcomen invented the atmospheric steam engine that was improved on by James Watt.
Robert Hooke and His Microscope
Robert Hooke was the first to study and record cells by using a microscope.
History of Football
American football is a distinct type of football that developed in the United States in the 19th century from soccer and rugby football.
Photography Timeline
Timeline of the history of photography
Henry Ford (1863-1947)
Henry Ford invented the assembly line for automobile manufacturing, the the designed the famous Model T.
Automobile History
The history of the automobile it is estimated that over 100,000 patents and dozens of inventors created the modern automobile.
Railroad Invention and History
History of railroad locomotive and train innovations - past - present - future.
Steve Jobs
What is the story behind the co-founder of Apple Computers Steve Jobs
Stitches - The History of Sewing Machines
The first functional sewing machine was invented by French tailor Barthelemy Thimonnier who was almost killed by enraged French tailors who burnt down his factory.
The History of the Motion Picture
The Frenchman Louis Lumiere is often credited as inventing the first motion picture camera in 1895 - but in truth - several others had made similiar inventions around the same time.
History of Electricity
The foundations of modern electrical science were definitely established in the Elizabethan Age.
The History of Chewing Gum and Bubble Gum
A little chewing gum history from Thomas Adams tire chicle to the Diemer bubble gum.
The Roaring Twenties
Timeline of roaring twenties with history and technology. Page 3.
20th Century Timeline
Timeline of 60s technology - the 60s have been described by historians as the ten years having the most significant changes in history. Page 2.
Invention and History of Volleyball - William...
William Morgan based Volleyball on the popular German game called Faustball - the history of Volleyball.
18th Century Timeline 1700 - 1799
The 18th century gave birth to the first Industrial Revolution - the birth of modern manufacturing when steam engines replaced animal labor.
History of Ice Cream
Ice cream is often called The Great American Dessert find out the history behind ice cream - sundaes and cones.
The History of Barbie Dolls
The history of Barbie dolls and inventor Ruth Handler who invented the Barbie Doll in 1959.
The History of Computer and Video Games
Space War Pong Nintendo - the history of computer games and video console games - Video game history is interesting even if you have never touched a joystick.
The History of Apple Computers
A look back at the development and history and the impact that Apple Computers has had on the history of computing.
Business Plan - Example of Completed Business...
Sample business plan - example of full business plan
Michael Faraday - Inventor of the Electric Motor
Michael Faraday - his biggest breakthrough in electricity was his invention of the electric motor.
The History of Communication
The history of communication from early alphabets to the world wide web.
The Agricultural Revolution
The agricultural revolution was a period of agricultural development between the 18th century and the end of the 19th century, which saw a massive and rapid increase in agricultural productivity and vast improvements in farm technology.
Inventions of Leonardo DaVinci
Leonardo DaVinci the renaissance man and one of the most famous artists in the world was also an incredible inventor.
The History of the Refrigerator - and Freezer
The first known artificial refrigeration was demonstrated by William Cullen in 1748 - he did not use his discovery for any practical purpose - In 1805 an American inventor Oliver Evans designed the first refrigeration machine - Dr John Gorrie built a refrigerator based on the Evans design in 1844 - used to make ice to cool the air for his yellow fever patients.
Isaac Newton and the Invention of the Telescope
Astronomer and scientist Isaac Newton invented the reflecting telescope in 1668. And from his observations of the skies with his new invention Isaac Newton was able to form new theories about the movement of planets in the heavens.
The Early Twentieth Century
History timeline of the early twentieth century. Page 2.
The Fifties
50s inventions - the science and technology behind the modern age
Levi Strauss
Levi Strauss invented blue jeans - the history of denim.
Biography of Thomas Edison
Biography of inventor Thomas Edison - Edson's Early Life
The History of Transportation
The history of transportation and innovations in transportation.
Albert Einstein Biography - The Life and...
Albert Einstein - the biography of Albert Einstein.
History of the Elevator
Elisha Graves Otis did not actually invent the first elevator - he invented the brake used in modern elevators, and his brakes made skyscrapers a practical reality.
The History of the Automobile - Gas Engines
The history of the internal combustion engine and early gas powered cars and inventors - Nicolas Joseph Cuglnot - Nicolaus Otto - Karl Benz - Gottlieb Daimler
17th Century Timeline 1600 - 1699
During the 17th century major changes in philosophy and science took place - often characterised as a scientific revolution.
What is Electricity!
Understanding the basics about electricity: protons and electrons electricity electricity nucleus of an atom kerosene lamps charge of a proton
The History of the Thermometer
The first thermometers were called thermoscopes, however, in 1724 Gabriel Fahrenheit invented the first mercury or modern thermometer.
Anton Van Leeuwenhoek - Biography of Anton Van...
Anton Van Leeuwenhoek is considered the father of microscopy because of the advances he made in microscope design and use.
Who Invented Touch Screen Technology?
The touch screen is one of the easiest to use and most intuitive of all PC interfaces making it the interface of choice for a wide variety of applications.
History of the Railroad
George Stephenson is considered to be the inventor of the first steam locomotive engine for railways
What is Marketing?
Marketing activities and strategies result in making products available that satisfy customers while making profits for the companies that offer those products.
George Washington Carver
Biography of George Washington Carver - an explorer and innovator of agricultural science.
Timeline of the 19th Century
The invention of useable electricity, steel, and petroleum products during the 19th century lead to a second industrial revolution that featured the growth of railways and steam ships, faster and wider means of communication, and inventions with names we all know today. Page 2.
The History of Plastics
The history of plastic different types of and timeline of plastics.
X-Ray
A history of the X-Ray and the invention of x-ray machine
History of Laptop Computers
Manny Fernandez had an early idea for a laptop computer for executives however there are the 1979 designs by William Moggridge.
The History of Plumbing
The first first flush toilet was invented in 1775. Page 3.
Who Invented Google?
Larry Page and Sergey Brin invented Google a very popular search engine.
Harriet Tubman - Leading Slaves into Freedom
Harriet Tubman was a runaway slave from Maryland who became known as the Moses of her people.
History of Microscopes
A detailed timeline that covers the history of microscopes.
History of Baseball
The evolution of baseball bats changed the sport entirely - modern baseball was invented by Alexander Cartwright.
The History of Money
How did money originate - where did coins come from - who printed the first paper money.
History of the Bicycle
Bicycle, the modern vehicle name dates from 1869 and whose precursor was the velocipede.
History of Antibiotics
An antibiotic is a chemical substance produced by one organism that is destructive to another. Page 2.
The Industrial Thirties
20th century timeline of inventions created during the thirties. Page 4.
16th Century Timeline 1500 - 1599
During the 16th century major changes in philosophy and science took place - often characterised as the Scientific revolution.
How a Jet Engine Works
A jet engine operates on the application of Sir Isaac Newton's third law of physics
Work with the Telescope
Galileo Galilei heard rumors that a Dutch spectacle-maker had invented a device that made distant objects seem near at hand. Page 2.
Science of the 1940s
What happened during the 20th century and the 1940s - the history science and technology that made the 20th century. Page 5.
The History of the ENIAC Computer
Twenty thousand vacuum tubes later the ENIAC computer is born and John Mauchly and John Presper Eckert are the proud parents.
Introduction to Pop
A timeline of soft drink history including coca cola and pepsi cola, the inventors and history behind pop
15th Century Timeline 1400 - 1499
The inventions and history of the 15th century - the 15th century gave birth to the Renaissance Era and the Age of Discovery.
Putting Microsoft on the Map
In 1980 IBM first approached Bill Gates and Microsoft to discuss an operating system for a secret new home computer.
The History of Steamboats
John Fitch made the first successful trial of a steamboat and Robert Fulton invented the first successful steamboat - the Clermont
Louis Pasteur
Louis Pasteur invented pasteurization and discovered the germ theory of disease.
History of the Telephone - Public Telephone...
telephone switchboards rotary dialing. Page 2.
Timeline of Electronics
Timeline - important events in the history of electricity.
Lessons on Turning a New Invention Idea Into...
I know nothing about inventing - what do I do to make money from my new invention ideas?
The History of Halloween or Samhain
The fantasy and folklore of All Hallows Night.
The Inventions and Scientific Achievements of...
Benjamin Franklin invented the lightning rod - iron furnace stove - bifocal glasses and odometer - sp Ben Franklin.
The Invention of the Wheel
The oldest wheel found in archeological excavations was discovered in what was Mesopotamia and is believed to be over fifty-five hundred years old
History of Dynamite
In 1863 Swedish industrialist Alfred Nobel invented the Nobel patent detonator used with dynamite and nitroglycerin.
Clock and Calendar History
Ancient timekeeping - sun and water clocks - mechanical and quartz clocks - time standards - time zones.
History of Electric Vehicles
An electric vehicle or EV by definition will use an electric motor for propulsion rather than being powered by a gasoline-powered motor.
History of the Global Positioning System - GPS
GPS or the Global Positioning System was invented by the US Department of Defense.
The History of Eye Glasses or Spectacles
Eye glasses were invented in Italy around 1284. Page 3.
The History of Electricity - Electronics
Short essays on several inventors including Westinghouse Edison and Tesla connected to the field of electricity and electrical theory - Electricity fundamentals positive and negative Nikola Tesla charges electrons and the atom conductors and insulators electrical currents voltage - current and resistance.
Black Inventors A-Z
Black inventors the biographes - inventions and photos of inventors from George Edward Alcorn to Granvile Woods.
The History of Pizza Pie
Considered a peasants meal in Italy for centuries modern pizza is attributed to baker Raffaele Esposito of Naples.
The History of the Internet
From ARPAnet the first internet - timelines and heros that brought us to the internet including Tim Berners-Lee.
Nikola Tesla
Nikola Tesla invented the radio X-rays the vacuum tube amplifier and more - Nikola Tesla received no credit for these and other inventions.
History of Aspirin
In 1829 scientists discovered that it was the compound called salicin in willow plants which gave you the pain relief and this led to the manufacturing of Aspirin.
The Compass and other Magnetic Innovations
The magnetic compass is an old Chinese invention which has become a very modern invention.
Timeline of the Newspaper Industry
Timeline depicting the history of newspapers. Page 4.
The History of the Automobile - Steam Cars
Historians who accept the early steam powered vehicles as being automobiles - also accept Nicolas Cugnot as being the inventor of the first automobile.
Martin Cooper - History of Cell Phone
Inventor Martin Cooper celebrates 30th anniversary of first portable cell phone call
History of Washing Machines
The earliest washing machine the scrub board was invented in 1797 - the first electric powered washing machine in 1908.
History of the Computer Keyboard
The invention of the modern computer keyboard began with the invention of the typewriter
Who Invented Peanut Butter?
The history of peanut butter.: george washington carver john harvey kellogg crop peanuts who invented peanut butter ancient incas
Madame Curie - Marie Curie and Radioactive...
Marie Curie also known as Madame Curie discovered radium.
The History of the Piano
The piano first known as the pianoforte was invented by Bartolomeo Cristofori.
Typewriters
Before there were computers, typewriters ruled the office. Learn the history of typewriters and the qwerty keyboard.
History of Firearms
The history of small firearms - timeline. Page 2.
Thirteen Rules of Basketball - James Naismith
James Naismith wrote the original thirteen rules of basketball
The History of the Incandescent Lightbulb
Timeline outlining the development of the lightbulb.
Battery
Alessandro Volta invented the first battery, the history and timeline of the electric battery.
Henry Bessemer - The Steel Man
Biographies of Henry Bessemer and historical information related to the invention of steel.
The Invention of MDMA - Ecstasy
MDMA or ecstasy began as a 1913 patent belonging to the Merck Chemical Company.
The History of the Apple Macintosh - Steve Jobs...
The Apple Macintosh - the first affordable home computer with a GUI or graphical user interface.
The History of the Zipper
The humble zipper is just a few inches of interlocking metal teeth that has changed the way we dress forever. Learn how the humble zipper earned its name and who invented it. You will not believe what the first zippers looked like
October Calendar
Today in history for the October calendar with famous inventions and October birthdays.
History of the Parachute
The history of parachutes dates back to medieval days.
Making a Prototype
An outline of the basics of making a prototypes - why make a prototype.
The Life of Thomas Edison
Biography of Thomas Edison, early life, his marriages, and major inventions
Who Invented the Computer Mouse - Douglas...
Douglas Engelbart invented point and click computing with the computer mouse windows etc.
Inventors of The Modern Computer - Konrad Zuse
Konrad Zuse was the inventor of the first freely programmable computer.
The History of the Guillotine
The invention of the guillotine or how an attempt to do away with the death penalty backfired.
George Eastman - History of Kodak and Rolled...
George Eastman invented rolled photography film and the Kodak camera - an avid photographer he was the founder of the Kodak company.
Copyright Notice and the Use of the Copyright...
Copyright notice and how to correctly use the copyright symbol.
History of Mathematics
Learn about the history of math and the inventions associated with mathematics.
Subject Matter
What is the definition of subject matter
Timeline of Inventions
Timeline of inventions - complete with leads to detailed articles and photos
History of the Digital Camera
History of the digital camera - Digital camera technology is directly related to and evolved from the same technology that recorded television images
History of the Helicopter
Chronicle of the evolution of rotary wing aircraft - helicopter pioneers and inventors profiled.
The First Mass Production of Cars - The...
The history of cars - the first assembly line production.
Who Invented The iPhone?
iPhone, Apple. Inventors.
Selling The Cell Phone - History Of Cellular...
How the FCC slowed the progress of a cellular phone system.
Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin invented the lightning rod, the iron furnace stove, bifocal glasses, and the odometer - aka Ben Franklin.

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