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What year did Fulton's historic steamboat voyage take place?

  • 1805

  • 1806

  • 1807

  • 1808

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The year 1807 marked a pivotal moment in transportation history when Robert Fulton's steamboat, aptly named the Clermont, embarked on a groundbreaking journey. Fulton's innovative vessel successfully navigated the Hudson River, covering the 150-mile stretch from New York City to Albany in a mere 32 hours, a remarkable feat that revolutionized river travel and paved the way for future advancements in steamboat technology.
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