Gunpowder was first formulated in China in the ninth century by Taoist alchemists looking for the secret of immortality, and the Chinese quickly discovered ways to use it in warfare. But, in spite of gunpowder's fearsome capability, Chinese society remained virtually unaffected by its use. In Europe, however, as soon as gunpowder was incorporated into the military, the effects were profound and immediate.
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