To pass the time in between rocket launches, here are 14 facts about the history and science of fireworks: 1. The Chinese used firecrackers to scare off mountain men. As early as 200 B.C., the ...

The story of fireworks starts thousands of years ago and involves dramatic changes in military conquest, spirituality, and good old-fashioned fun. From a handful of bottle rockets whizzing up and ...

The story of fireworks starts thousands of years ago and involves dramatic changes in military conquest, spirituality, and good old-fashioned fun. From a handful of bottle rockets whizzing up and ...

The birth of fireworks can be traced back to 7th century China. But there is further evidence that primitive Chinese firecrackers date back as far as 200BC. It is thought that a Chinese cook ...

With that explosive little fiction out of the way, then, here are a few more interesting facts about fireworks: * The major component of a firework is gunpowder, or black powder. That’s why your ...

The Fourth of July is a big day for fireworks, cookouts and parades. Need some help with that BBQ banter? Here are some Independence Day-themed facts to share. 1. There have been 27 different ...

To pass the time in between rocket launches, here are 14 facts about the history and science of fireworks: 1. The Chinese used firecrackers to scare off mountain men. As early as 200 B.C., the ...

The story of fireworks starts thousands of years ago and involves dramatic changes in military conquest, spirituality, and good old-fashioned fun. From a handful of bottle rockets whizzing up and ...