Category: Late modern period 1500-1945 CE

Began approximately in the mid-18th century; notable historical milestones included the French Revolution, the American Revolution, the Industrial Revolution and the Great Divergence. This is approximately 1500 CE to 1945 CE.

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Playing Cards

The exact origin of playing cards is unknown, but many theories exist about their possible beginnings. It has been concluded by many stage magicians that cards were brought by Arabs from the Middle East, early 14th century to Europe via Spain and Italy.
Thomas Baurley