I don't who invented ore smelting. I've searched around and found a couple of answers, but I don't know which one is right. :/ I've read that a guy in America and a guy if France did in the 1800s. (Which I find rediculous because people had iron weaponry, armor, and pots WAYYYYY before the 1800s which is pretty obvious) I've read that the Incas did during ancient times. I've also read that the Chinese did because archaeologist found iron pots that were supposedly made sometime in BC through different dynasties. I've also read that the Hittites invented it (which is China and India today... I think...), and that's why they were the leaders in weapon and armor during that time period. I'm a little confused and would appreciate a solid answer on this with links. (Pictures would be nice too) Thanks in advance! ^.^