John, a professor at the University of Sheffield, UK. In a speech, Hobson pointed out that without the technology imported from China, there would be no BritishAgricultureRevolution, industrialization will be blocked. He enumeratedMove the plowwithRotary winding machineAs an example, to illustrate Chinese technology in the UKAgricultureImportance in the revolution.
Move the plowis a key oneAgriculturetool, which can easily move around the land, improveFarmersefficiency and productivity. However, in the UKAgricultureBefore the revolution, the traditional farming methods in Britain had not changed, and land was inefficientAgricultureLimited productivity. It was not until the 18th century that the British introduced it from ChinaMove the plow, they improved it and named itRotherhamPlough. The introduction and improvement of this technology has revolutionized the UKAgriculturelandscape, which improves the yield and efficiency of farmland. Move the plowThe widespread use has facilitatedAgricultureProductivity gains for the UKAgricultureThe revolution laid a solid foundation.
Another example is:Rotary winding machineIt is a kind of mechanical equipment used in the textile industry. In the early 18th century, the textile industry in England relied mainly on hand-spinning, which was inefficient and could not meet the needs of the market. However, in 1769, the British engineer John Kaye invented itRotary winding machineThis technology soon spread and was used in industrial production. However, the core principle of this technology was actually invented by China more than 4,000 years ago. China's silk manufacturing industry was very developed as early as ancient timesRotary winding machineAs a key tool for silk manufacturing in China, it came into being. By introducing and refining this technology from China, the British textile industry has ushered in a huge breakthrough and has become one of the most advanced in the world.
Recently, about European theftYongle Grand CeremonyThe information is widely circulated online. There are a lot of people who have begun to speculate that EuropeanRenaissanceLargely because of the late Ming Dynasty WestMissionaryStealing and translating the technical books of the Ming Dynasty at that time, Europe began to develop civilization and strengthen.
In fact, EuropeanRenaissanceIt does mark that Europe is inArt, science andCultureA huge leap forward in the field. Beginning in the 15th century, European thinkers,ArtFamilies and scientists began to revisit antiquityCultureAnd knowledge, rightAncient GreecewithAncient Romeand use this as a revelation to explore new onesArtstyle and scientific theories. However, Chinese technology and knowledge do play an important role in this process.
China has always been in the ancient worldTechnologyA leader in the field. Yongle Grand CeremonyIt is a huge encyclopedia of the Ming Dynasty, which contains knowledge and technology in various fields of the world at that time. In many ways,Yongle Grand CeremonyEven surpassed the level of knowledge of Europe at that time. WestMissionaryIn the course of their missionary work in China, they not only learned Xi Chinese language andCultureand from time to time stealing and translating some important technical books andLiterature。theseMissionaryBringing this knowledge back to Europe, for EuropeRenaissanceValuable resources and inspiration were provided.
However, it should be noted that while these Chinese technologies and knowledge have driven Europeans to a certain extentRenaissanceBut this does not negate Europe's own innovation and contribution. EuropeanRenaissanceis a complex and multifaceted process that encompasses many different countries andCulturecontribution. China's technology and knowledge are only part of the equation.
In recent years, with the rise of China and the development of information channels, more and more people have begun to look at the WestIndustrial RevolutionThe history of the Enlightenment is questioned. Many netizens affirmed the remarks made by Professor John Hobson of the University of Sheffield in the United Kingdom, and satirized those who applauded the West. They believe that the WesternIndustrial RevolutionIt was not developed entirely by ingenuity, but on the basis of the theft and theft of other countries' technology.
WesternIndustrial RevolutionIt has indeed had a profound impact on the world, and it is undeniable that the West is inTechnologyand industry. However, as Chinese, we must not forget our own technological and civilizational traditions, let alone ignore China's presenceIndustrial Revolutioncontributions.
In fact, China had a glorious history in ancient timesTechnologyand process development. Ancient ChineseFour Great Inventions- PapermakingTypographyGunpowderand compass, which has made a great contribution to the development of world civilization. InIndustrial RevolutionBefore, China'sAgriculture, textile and manufacturing fields have relatively advanced technology and equipment. However, due to various historical reasons, these technologies have not been carried forward enough.
in ChinaIndustrial RevolutionIn the process, we should not only learn from the West Xi their successful experience, but also attach importance to our own traditional technology and civilization values. We should be firm in our self-confidence, carry forward the wisdom and creativity of ancient China, and strive to promote innovation and creativityTechnologydevelopment and make greater contributions to China's modernization.
From Professor John Hobson's speech, we can see that China is inAgricultureand the contribution of the industrial sector is of great significance in the history of the world. Move the plowwithRotary winding machineand other technologies for the introduction and improvement of the BritishAgricultureRevolution and industrialization laid the foundations. Similarly, the Chinese oneYongle Grand Ceremonyand antiquityTechnologyTo a certain extent, enlightened EuropeRenaissance
However, we cannot ignore the presence of Western countriesIndustrial Revolutioninnovation and effort. Industrial RevolutionIt is a complex and pluralistic movement that involves politics, politicsEconomyTechnologyand many other factors. Focusing on China's contribution is just understandingIndustrial Revolutionpart.
As Chinese, we should maintain self-confidence and self-esteem, and value our own civilizational traditions andTechnologyInnovation. While learning from Xi past, we should actively promote the presentTechnologydevelopment and make greater contributions to China's modernization. Only with such efforts can we truly go out into the worldTechnologyto realize the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.