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Earliest Reference to Private Newspapers
- When
- 1582
- Where
- Beijing
The earliest reference to the publishing of private newspapers in Beijing was recorded in 1582.
Historical records indicate that the earliest reference to the publishing of private newspapers in Beijing dates to 1582. This event marks a specific point in media history where private circulation of news was documented in the capital.
Sources
- Ming dynasty Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-02
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