Steamships
Definition
A ship propelled primarily by steam power, typically driving propellers or paddlewheels. Steamships were a key component of the Industrial Revolution, as they allowed for faster and more reliable transportation of goods and people.
Related terms
Transatlantic Trade: The trading system between America and Europe that was significantly improved by the invention of steamships.
Titanic: A famous British luxury passenger liner that was powered by steam engines.
Robert Fulton: An American engineer who is widely credited with developing the first commercially successful steamboat.
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