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Celebrate National Ballpoint Pen Day on June 10th and get ready to be amazed at the invention of this writing tool! It all started in 1938 when Lazlo Biro, a Hungarian journalist, created the first ballpoint pen. This revolutionary writing instrument allowed people to write quickly and easily without smudging or needing time to dry. Today we use these pens for everything from signing documents, taking notes in class or jotting down grocery lists.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1938</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Ballpoint Pen Invented</div><div class='timeline-text'>László Bíró, a Hungarian-Argentinian journalist, invented the first ballpoint pen, solving the issue of smudged and messy handwriting prevalent with fountain pens.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1943</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pen Patented for Production</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bíró and his brother György patented the design for mass production. They named it the 'Biro' and produced it via their company Biro Pens of Argentina.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1945</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>British RAF Adopts Biro</div><div class='timeline-text'>The British Royal Air Force began using the Biro in their aircraft due to its superior performance at high altitudes.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ballpoint Pens Go Mainstream</div><div class='timeline-text'>The French Baron Marcel Bich introduced a refined and inexpensive version of the Biro, the Bic Cristal, which quickly became popular worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Ballpoint Pen Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The USA held the first National Ballpoint Pen Day, an annual observance to appreciate the significance of ballpoint pens in daily life.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create an artistic masterpiece</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Using a variety of colors and ballpoint pens, make your own work of art. Let your creativity flow and create something you can be proud of.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a pen decorating party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and have them bring their favorite pens to decorate. You can use stickers, glitter, feathers, or anything else you can think of to add to the decorations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a poem</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Grab your pen and paper and let the words flow. Create a poem about ballpoint pens (or whatever topic you choose) that you can share with your friends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a pen collecting tour</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit your local stationary store, antique shop, or flea market to find unique and interesting ballpoint pens from all over the world.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start a pen swap</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get together with some friends and trade your favorite pens with each other. This is a great way to get new pens while also getting rid of old ones.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Ballpoint pens are reliable</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>We can rely on ballpoint pen to write smoothly and reliably. The ink dries quickly, making it perfect for taking notes in a rush, or if you need to write something down quickly that won't smudge!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Ballpoint pens come in various colors</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>With so many different colors available, ballpoint pen make it easy to add a pop of color and personality to your projects. From classic black to bright blues and purples, there's sure to be a pen that suits your style and personality!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Ballpoint pens are affordable</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Compared to other writing instruments, ballpoint pens are incredibly affordable - most cost under $1 each! That means you don't have to break the bank when stocking up on stationery supplies. Plus, they're often found in convenient multi-packs for even greater savings!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Ballpoint Pens are Used by Astronauts</h3><p class='facts-content'>NASA uses specially designed ballpoint pens that work in zero gravity, upside down, underwater and even in extreme temperatures, making them a crucial tool for astronauts.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Approximately 100 People die Yearly Choking on Ballpoint Pens</h3><p class='facts-content'>Unfortunate but true, according to several medical reports, nearly 100 people worldwide choke to death on ballpoint pens each year.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Over 57 Miles of Writing With Single Pen</h3><p class='facts-content'>On average, a single ballpoint pen can draw a line 7 miles long, while quality pens can usually write distances well over that – right up to approximately 57 miles long!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Ballpoint Pens are Collected as Art</h3><p class='facts-content'>Some people collect expensive versions made of precious metals and gemstones, and auctions of famous person's pens fetch extraordinary prices.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Over 15 Billion Ballpoint Pens are Sold Annually</h3><p class='facts-content'>This equates to almost 2 pens for every person on Earth! Showing just how much we rely on this mighty writing instrument in our day-to-day lives.</p></div></div>
National Ballpoint Pen Day is celebrated on June 10 every year. In 2024, National Ballpoint Pen Day will occur on a Monday.
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