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The first known résumé was created by Leonardo da Vinci when he applied to be a military engineer for the Duke of Milan. It was mainly a list of his designs for siege weapons, such as trebuchets, and he also mentioned his artistic abilities by saying In painting, I can do everything possible. He was successful in his application and was hired for the job.

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The first known résumé was created by Leonardo da Vinci when he applied to be a military engineer for the Duke of Milan. It was mainly a list of his designs for siege weapons, such as trebuchets, and he also mentioned his artistic abilities by saying “In painting, I can do everything possible.” He was successful in his application and was hired for the job.

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