Have you ever watched fireworks and wondered what made the colors, what made them crackle, and fly? You will soon find out.

Fireworks originated in the 6th century China. The Chinese perfected the art of making rockets and explosives with primitive gunpowder. The Mongols were believed to have introduced gunpowder to Europe in 1241 AD (Encarta, fireworks) Europe progressed faster than China in the development of fireworks. These fireworks were made by experienced military workers called fire makers. These fire makers also made gunpowder and lead shot for cannons. By the mid 17th century fireworks were widely used for entertainment at resorts and public gardens in Europe. In the mid 19th century the usage of fireworks spread to the Unit

This paper spoke on the subjects of environment and culture that relate to pyrotechnics. And the ways that fireworks are launched and what it was that made the effects that were made. In all fireworks if in the right hands can be an excellent thing.

There are those who say that fireworks are pointless and that they aren't good for the planet. There are also those of us that like fireworks and will for a long time to come. Fireworks are entertaining and will always be a tradition, custom, or whatever you want them to be but they will always be there.

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