Ancient Chinese kites were military tools
Ancient Chinese innovators crafted the first kites around the 5th century BC, transforming simple flying devices into vital military tools for signaling and strategy.
The ancient Chinese invented kites around the 5th century BC, not for play, but as crucial military instruments. These early kites, crafted from bamboo and silk, were light yet strong enough to carry messages across battlefields. Commanders used them to signal distant troops, especially in poor visibility, enabling coordinated attacks without direct line-of-sight communication.
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