Famous Inventions
What is the telephone?
This groundbreaking communication device was invented by Alexander Graham Bell in 1876
By whom was the Declaration of Independence signed?
The Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4th, 1776
For whom was the Taj Mahal commissioned?
The Taj Mahal, a white marble mausoleum, was commissioned in 1632 by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan.
By whom was the Mona Lisa painted?
The Mona Lisa, a half-length portrait painting by Leonardo da Vinci, is one of the world's most famous artworks
What is the airplane?
The first successful flying machine, piloted by the Wright Brothers, took flight in 1903
When was the Great Wall of China built?
The Great Wall of China, one of the largest man-made structures in the world, was built over centuries
When was the Colosseum built?
The Colosseum, a massive amphitheater in Rome, was built between 70 and 80 AD
Into how many languages have Shakespeare's plays been translated?
Shakespeare's plays have been translated into more languages than any other author
What is the stethoscope?
This lifesaving device used for artificial respiration was patented by Dr. Christian Laennec in 1816.
What was invented in 1826 by Joseph Nicéphore Niépce?
The first photograph was taken in 1826 by Joseph Nicéphore Niépce
What was constructed between 1904 and 1914?
The Panama Canal was constructed between 1904 and 1914, connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
When was the Lord of the Rings trilogy published?
The Lord of the Rings trilogy was written by J.R.R. Tolkien and published between 1954 and 1955.
What is the printing press?
The printing press, credited with revolutionizing communication, was invented by Johannes Gutenberg in the mid-15th century
By whom were the pyramids of Giza constructed?
The pyramids of Giza were constructed as tombs for the pharaohs of the Fourth Dynasty.
How old is the Great Barrier Reef estimated to be?
The Great Barrier Reef, the world's largest coral reef system, is estimated to be millions of years old
What is considered one of Vincent van Gogh's most recognizable works?
The Starry Night painting by Vincent van Gogh is considered one of his most recognizable works.