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  • Hanji: A Key Invention of the Han Dynasty

    Hanji: A Key Invention of the Han Dynasty

    Hanji, became one of the most important inventions in Chinese history. During the Eastern Han Dynasty (25–220 CE), Cai Lun, an imperial official, developed a method to make paper from plant fibers, tree bark, and recycled cloth in 105 CE. This innovation transformed the way people recorded information, replacing heavier and less practical writing materials…

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