Cai Lun

Chinese papermaker and inventor

Cai Lun was a Chinese papermaker and inventor who lived during the Eastern Han dynasty. He is credited with inventing paper from mulberry bark, hemp, and water. Cai Lun's invention revolutionized writing and communication in ancient China. He was a skilled craftsman and entrepreneur who founded a paper mill in Jianyang, Sichuan. Cai Lun's legacy extends beyond his invention of paper; he is also known for his contribu...