Steamboats revolutionized commercial and passenger transportation upon their arrival in the Mississippi River and other inland rivers in the United States. They incredibly reduced shipping time and cost with their speed, allowing people and their goods to reach remote places. Thus, stimulating the U.S. economy and immensely contributing to the Westward expansion … Read more
People utilized boats and waterways as a mode of transportation even before aircraft, trains, and automobiles were invented. They’d utilize them to carry people and products from one location to another. However, because of river currents and a lack of experts to run them, one of the huge disadvantages of selecting water … Read more
The development of the steamboat era in the United States of America started taking place in 1705 when the first few projects were designed and made. Next was the patenting stage which started after years of work. In 1729, the patenting of steamboats began. Soon after the patenting, steamboats became standard practice … Read more
The steamboat era in the United States started in 1787 in Philadelphia. It was during the time when John Fitch made the first successful trial of a 45-foot or 14-meter steamboat on August 22, 1787, on the Delaware River. Present in that trial were the members of the United States Constitutional Convention. … Read more
During the early centuries, people were not accessible to traveled and transported goods easily. They need transportation that eases their burdens passing through rivers. Since rivers were used for transportation before trains, vehicles, trucks, and airplanes were invented. They were responsible for transporting people and products from one location to another. Because … Read more
Racing is undoubtedly one of the most thrilling sports, leaving spectators at the edge of their seats while unleashing the competitive nature and skills of its participants. From horse racing, kart racing, drag racing, swimming, dragon boat racing, marathons, to Formula One, there are lots of forms of sports racing, all promising … Read more
With the romantic experience, great value for money, delectable food, utmost relaxation, and family-friendly atmosphere it offers, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t choose to take a cruise ship vacation. Adding the amazing destinations and the fascinating sights, it’s a trip that can allow you to discover new treasures and experiences along … Read more
Technological advancements that we achieve to this day probably owe some credit to the invention of the steamboats in the late 18th century. Steamboats gradually overtook the position of the most indispensable form of energy that drove the economy of the developed countries to new heights. The great industrial revolution also could … Read more
In today’s time, there are a dozen kinds of food available in the market with different ways of cooking them. When you see beef today, you can think of several ways how to cook your beef, which is entirely different from a century ago. This is because of the market globalization that … Read more
We can never talk about the industrial revolution without ever mentioning steamboats. Indeed, steamboats and the industrial revolution are terms bound by the critical turn of events in the history of humanity. The creation of steam power and its application to water transport ushered the world to an era of massive cultural, … Read more