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Kites: China
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While the early history of kites was written in China and other parts of Asia, famed explorer brought kites to Europe and another chapter in the history of Kites was written shortly afterwards. Once Polo returned to Europe from China, around 1295, he wrote a history of kites, including accounts of how they were used in China. Read More
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Kites were often used in the military of China as signal equipment. Military adoption of this was more common in East Asia than in Europe. Much like modern flares, kites were flown engulfed in fire to provide a way to deliver messages to nearby or distant allies or soldiers.
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Flying kites make a great hobby alone and with your family. Now personal flying styles dictate your choice and you can make your own stunt kite to match your flying style. Kites have been around for 2000 years. They were invented in China. Read More
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