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- The Hudson River Steamboats "North America" and "Albany," Wood Engraving, 1875-1880 - Robert Fulton operated the world's first commercially successful steamboat, <i>Clermont</i>, on the Hudson River in 1807. The Hudson was broad, deep and straight for many of the 150 miles between New York City and Albany. By the 1860s, steam-powered boats could cover that distance in about nine hours. Spacious, well-equipped steamboats offered a uniquely pleasant way to travel.
- circa 1830
- Collections - Artifact
The Hudson River Steamboats "North America" and "Albany," Wood Engraving, 1875-1880
Robert Fulton operated the world's first commercially successful steamboat, Clermont, on the Hudson River in 1807. The Hudson was broad, deep and straight for many of the 150 miles between New York City and Albany. By the 1860s, steam-powered boats could cover that distance in about nine hours. Spacious, well-equipped steamboats offered a uniquely pleasant way to travel.