How fireworks became a July Fourth tradition
took that idea to the next level by filling bamboo shoots with gunpowder made from saltpeter , and throwing them into a fire pit. Steel dust or cast-iron shavings were added to make them sparkle.
Another recipe for Chinese fireworks published by thein the 18th century reported that “Chinese fire was made by crushing old iron pots and scraps into sand and adding the sand to gunpowder.” These firecrackers were often used during New Year Festivals and weddings to scare off evil spirits.Please enter a valid email address.Sign Up NowCheck here if you would like to receive subscription offers and other promotions via email from TIME group companies.
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