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John Stevens

American lawyer, engineer and inventor (1749-1838) · United States · Lawyers · Died at 88

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Col. John Stevens, III was an American lawyer, engineer, and inventor who constructed the first U.S. steam locomotive, first steam-powered ferry, and first U.S. commercial ferry service from his estate in Hoboken. He was influential in the creation of U.S. patent law.

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1808 engraving of John Stevens estate, Castle Point, Hoboken. Currently the site of Stevens Institute of Technology.1808 engraving of John Stevens estate, Castle Point, Hoboken. Currently the site of Stevens Institute of Technology.Replica of John Stevens' steam carriageReplica of John Stevens' steam carriageRachel Cox Stevens, portrait by Gilbert StuartRachel Cox Stevens, portrait by Gilbert Stuart

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National Inventors Hall of Fame2006

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Country
United States
Category
Lawyers
Type
Lawyer
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1749 to 1838 · aged 88

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