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4,000 BC horses are domesticated.
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A wheel in Iraq was created.
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The first sail boat was created in Egypt.
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Camels were domesticated just like the horses.
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Egypt starts using wooden ships to trade.
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Charles I allows the public to pay his messengers to carry letters.
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The Compass is invented in Europe. The rudder comes into use in Europe. However on land roads are just dirt tracks.
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A vast network of roads exists across the Roman Empire.
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Goods are transported by pack horse. Goods are also transported around the coast of Britain by ship.
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Turnpikes are privately owned and maintained but you have to pay to use them.
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The Bridgwater Canal opens.
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Hot air balloons were created.
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The first purpose built lifeboat is built in England.
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Steamships begin crossing the English Channel.
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The first passenger railway opens.
