12 Tiny Things That Changed the Course of Human History

Ah, the wonders of human ingenuity! We often take for granted the amazing inventions that have made our lives easier and more enjoyable, but rarely do we stop to think about how these inventions came to be. We may be familiar with the stories of famous inventors like Thomas Edison or Alexander Graham Bell, but what about the lesser-known innovators who made their mark on history with their accidental discoveries? 

From the QR code to the microwave oven, these inventions have changed the way we live and work. In this list, we explore some of the most incredible accidental inventions of all time. From a spilled milk inspiring the invention of white road centerlines, to an undertaker creating the first automated telephone exchange system, these stories might amaze and inspire you. So, let us pay homage to the accidental inventors who have made our lives easier and more enjoyable, and all the absolutely unpredictable stuff that inspired them.