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Who invented the MODERN day toilet?

Thomas Crapper, the word crap was coined after him


Did clocks exist in the 1850s?

Any Encyclopedia will report that clocks were invented in ancient times, as sundials are primitive clocks. As for mechanical clocks, there are public clocks from the 14th which are still on display in the Science Museum in Britain. See http://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/on-line/wells-clock/index.asp


Where was the clock invented?

Invention of the ClockOne form of clock was first invented in Egypt. They used the water clock to tell time as they had no electricity. Clocks that used falling weights or pendulums appeared in Europe during the 13th century. Earlier civilizations used sundials to tell time during the day.


Who invented cuckoo clocks?

Cuckoo clocks are believed to have originated in the Black Forest region of Germany in the 18th century. While no single inventor is credited with their creation, the first cuckoo clocks are often attributed to clockmakers in this area, with the earliest known examples dating back to around 1730. The clocks became popular for their intricate designs and the distinctive sound of a cuckoo bird calling at the hour.


How long ago were clocks invented?

Clocks are technically one of the oldest inventions, originating in ancient history. Some of the oldest early clocks that we know of date back to 16th century BC, but true dates of origin are unknown. The first mechanical clock was created in 1360 AD by Henry de Vick for King Charles V of France.

Related Questions

How did they discover the modern clock?

Clocks were not discovered they were invented.


Did the first clock look like a modern clock?

No, the first clocks were not like modern clocks. They were simpler devices like sundials or water clocks that measured time using natural elements. It wasn't until the mechanical clock was invented in the Middle Ages that clocks began to resemble their modern form.


What modern day sport was invented in 1973 by NYPD officers?

What modern day sport was invented in 1973 by NYPD officers?


When were digital clocks invented?

digital clocks were made in 1956 the digital clock was invented in 1956, it is the opposite to analogue.


Where was the trombon invented?

the Trombone was invented in Burgundy, a region of what is now known as modern day France


Who invented the modern day scissors?

robert hinchliffe invented them right


When were modern day stopwatches invented?

1968


When were timeclocks invented?

The first clocks (sundials) were invented a long time ago, and many historians can't place an exact date on their actual invention. Some believe that they first appeared in 3500 BC. Digital clocks and watches are newer inventions that were created in the modern era.


What did peter henlien invented?

He invented clocks and watch-glasses


Why is clocks called clock?

I wouldn't say the inventor, had a reason for calling clocks clocks, the person in which invented clocks came up with the name himself


When was the tooth brush invented?

The modern day boob


When was the modern day cell phone invented?

Yesterday