An instrument that explodes using a fuse is called a firework. Some are used for exploding on the ground and some are launched into the air for exploding. Fireworks are for display and celebration purposes or for scaring away the birds. When we think about fireworks, war comes to our mind. There is a public holiday in US to honor the service men and women who served in defense of the nation. It is called Veteran’s Day.
When we look into the history of fireworks, they were invented by the Chinese over 2000 years ago. Chinese were the first to use fireworks although early fireworks were very different from the fireworks of today. It was discovered that green bamboo was used to explode on an open fire caused by the air pockets trapped inside the structure of the bamboo stalk and it was known for scaring people and wild animals.
The fireworks industry was developed in China by 1200 and hundreds of manufacturers were constantly making efforts to improve the technology of fireworks. This was significantly important to the Chinese military who would often win the battles because of its strategic use to frighten the enemy.