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1440|europe
Invention of the Printing Press
Johannes Gutenberg invented the mechanical movable-type printing press, revolutionizing the spread of knowledge.
1492|americas
Columbus Reaches the Americas
Christopher Columbus, sailing for Spain, reached the Caribbean islands, beginning sustained European contact with the Americas.