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Invention Ideas Throughout the Ages

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How different would the world be today if flexible glass was not banned by Caesar? The idea for flexible glass was mentioned in many sources dating back to the 1st century of ancient Rome. 


See what other “dangerous” inventions throughout the ages are reported in this fascinating video from Hybrid Librarian.

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