Leizu Discovers Silk MisterOriginal 0100/01/01 2696 BC, Fashion 1030 2696 BC, December 31, Thursday —China Leizu discovered silk when a cocoon fell into her tea and began to unravel. She noticed the cocoon was made from a very long, soft thread that was also strong. Leizu wa...
Fu Xi Dies: Shennong Emperor of China MisterOriginal 0100/01/01 2737 BC, Politics 2190 2737 BC, December 31, Wednesday —China Chinese Emperor Fu Xi died. Shennong is his successor. Fu Xi was born on the lower Yellow River at Chengi and went on to live on the Kunlun Mountain.. Fu Xi taught his...