join the party!
steamboat fun on the run
Our Party Is Coming Soon!
We will meet at the Missouri river in Bismarck, ND at 4:45 and leave for a ride at 5:15! We will also provide drinks for all. Afterwards, we will meet at Buffalo Wild wings for a late night snack. I encourage this trip for everybody!
Event Information
STEAMBOAT FUN ON THE RUN!
bring your friends and family to come try out our new steamboat made by Robert Faulton
When?
Thursday, Nov 14, 1765, 05:15 PM
Where?
Missouri River, ND, United States
schedule
4:45-5:00: arrive at the Missouri river
5:00-5:15: start loading the boat
5:15-6:30: enjoy the ride!
6:30-6:45: unload the boat
6:45-7:00: meet at Buffalo Wild Wings
7:00-8:00: enjoy your meal!
8:00-????: meet the maker! (Robert Faulton)
Advantages
Some Advantages of the steamboat are faster travel for people and goods, also created many more jobs!
Disadvantages
Disadvantages of the steamboat were they were not regulated and killed a lot of people due to boiler explosions from unsafe designs and/or unsafe operation.
History of the Steamboat
In 1769, James Watt made an improved version of the steamboat. The era of the steamboat began in america in 1787 when John Fitch made the very first successful trial of a 45 ft. steamboat on the Delaware river. Then in 1801, Robert Faulton successfully built and operated the Steamboat.