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Many people call Robert Fulton's steamboat the Clermont. The actual name was North River Steamboat of Clermont. It carried passengers along the Hudson River in New York.

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Who was the U.S. inventor who developed a steamboat the clermont in 1807?

The U.S. inventor who developed the steamboat Clermont in 1807 was Robert Fulton. He is credited with successfully demonstrating the viability of steamboat travel, which revolutionized transportation on rivers and lakes. The Clermont made its inaugural trip on the Hudson River, marking a significant advancement in maritime technology. Fulton's work laid the foundation for the widespread use of steamboats in the United States.


Who invented the first steamboat?

who invented the first steamboatRobert Fulton invented the clermont and sailed it on the Hudson river.


What was the name of steamship that traveled up the Hudson River in 1807 and completed the first successful roundtrip?

The North River Steamboat, built by Robert Fulton, and later renamed the Clermont.


What did Robert Fulton have the BIGGEST impact on?

Robert Fulton had the biggest impact on the development of steamboat technology, revolutionizing transportation on waterways. His successful demonstration of the Clermont in 1807 proved the viability of steam-powered vessels, significantly improving efficiency and reducing travel time. This innovation paved the way for the expansion of commerce and trade along rivers and contributed to the growth of the American economy during the early 19th century. Fulton's work ultimately laid the foundation for modern maritime transportation.


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