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The Song Dynasty marked a period of great technological advancements from "summary" of The Story of China by Michael Wood
During the Song Dynasty, which lasted from 960 to 1279 AD, China experienced a remarkable period of technological innovation and advancement. This era saw the development of a wide range of inventions and improvements that had a profound impact on Chinese society and culture. One of the key technological breakthroughs of the Song Dynasty was the invention of movable type printing. This revolutionary innovation allowed for the mass production of books and other written materials, making information more accessible to a wider audience than ever before. The spread of knowledge and ideas that resulted from movable type printing played a crucial role in the cultural flowering of the Song Dynasty. In addition to movable type printing, the Song Dynasty also saw significant advancements in the fields of agriculture, medicine, and engineering. Agricultural productivity was greatly increased through the development of new irrigation techniques and the intro...
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