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John Fitch

American inventor, clockmaker, entrepreneur and engineer (1743-1798) · United States · Scientists · Died at 55

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John Fitch was an American inventor, clockmaker, entrepreneur, and engineer. He was most famous for operating the first steamboat service in the United States. The first boat, 45 feet long, was tested on the Delaware River by Fitch and his design assistant Steven Pagano.

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"Plan of Mr. Fitch's Steam Boat", Columbian Magazine (December 1786), woodcut by James Trenchard."Plan of Mr. Fitch's Steam Boat", Columbian Magazine (December 1786), woodcut by James Trenchard.Model of the Perseverance, Deutsches Technikmuseum Berlin, Germany.Model of the Perseverance, Deutsches Technikmuseum Berlin, Germany.Steamboat of April 1790 used for passenger serviceSteamboat of April 1790 used for passenger service

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National Inventors Hall of Fame2006

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Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1743 to 1798 · aged 55

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