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William Caxton and the printing press
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William Caxton was the first person in England to print books using a printing press. This made books far more widely available and helped spread the use of the English language in writing.
Memory tip: Caxton brought the printing press to England, books for many, not just a few.
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Who was the first person to print books in England using a printing press?
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