Europe learned from Chinese innovations from "summary" of The Gunpowder Age by Tonio Andrade
During the sixteenth century, Chinese innovations began to spread to Europe, profoundly influencing the continent's military technology and strategic thinking. For centuries, Europe had been lagging behind in military technology, relying on traditional weapons like swords, bows, and crossbows. However, the encounter with Chinese inventions such as gunpowder, cannons, and muskets revolutionized warfare in Europe. The adoption of gunpowder weapons by European powers was a game-changer, giving them a significant advantage over their adversaries. The Chinese had been using gunpowder for centuries, developing sophisticated weapons like hand cannons, fire lances, and rocket launchers. European powers quickly recognized the potential of these weapons and sought to replicate them for their own u...
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