The First Steamboat Voyage On The Western Waters (1871)

The First Steamboat Voyage On The Western Waters is a historical account of the first steamboat voyage on the western waters of the United States. Written by John Hazlehurst Boneval Latrobe, the book was originally published in 1871 and provides a detailed and fascinating look at the development of steamboat technology and its impact on the western frontier. The book chronicles the journey of the steamboat New Orleans, which traveled from Pittsburgh to New Orleans in 1811-1812, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of transportation and commerce in the United States. Latrobe's account includes descriptions of the people, places, and events encountered during the voyage, as well as the challenges and triumphs of navigating the western rivers. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of transportation, technology, and the American frontier.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.