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Origins of the Wheel

The Ancients

CHAPTER

Revolutionizing Mining and Transport in the Copper Age

This chapter explores the advancements in mining technology during the Copper Age, focusing on the shift to deeper extraction methods and the innovative use of rolling wheels for efficient material transport. It also examines the cultural implications of wheeled transport, particularly within the Boleroz culture, and the evolution of daily life tools from manual methods to wheeled innovations.

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