A Civilization advance.
The invention of pottery was essential to the development of agricultural societies. To get the most out of seasonal crops and domesticated animals, a tribe needed sturdy, waterproof containers in which to store and protect surplus food. The discoveries of the properties of clay, the kiln, and the potter's wheel made dependable containers possible.
Prerequisites: None.
Allows for: None.

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Pot"ter*y (?), n.; pl. Potteries (#). [F. poterie, fr. pot. See Pot.]

1.

The vessels or ware made by potters; earthenware, glazed and baked.

2.

The place where earthen vessels are made.

 

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