Johann Fust

German printer and publisher

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A key figure in the history of printing, contributed to the establishment of printing techniques in Europe. Collaborated with Johannes Gutenberg, financial backing facilitated the production of the Gutenberg Bible, one of the first major books printed using movable type. Founded a printing business that operated in Mainz and later in Paris, producing numerous works that advanced literacy and education during the Renaissance.

financed the production of the Gutenberg Bible

established a successful printing business in Mainz

expanded operations to Paris

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