c. 1150
Energy
Europe
Windmill in Europe and the vertical axle in Persia
Post mills spread across the North Sea plain while Persian panemone mills ground grain.
Why it mattered
Harnessed wind for industry away from rivers.
Middle Ages
1150
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c. 1150
Energy
Europe
Water-powered fulling and sawmills
European mills moved beyond grinding grain to industrial tasks.
Why it mattered
Mechanised manufacture before steam.
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