Robert Fulton
American engineer and inventor (1765–1815)
Robert Fulton (November 14, 1765 – February 25, 1815) was an American engineer and inventor who invented the steamboat. Fulton county (county in the state of Georgia) was named after him.
Robert Fulton | |
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Born | Robert Fulton November 14, 1765 |
Died | February 24, 1815 New York City, U.S. | (aged 49)
Resting place | Trinity Church Cemetery |
Nationality | American |
Occupation(s) | Engineer, inventor, businessman |
Years active | 1793–1815 |
Known for | Steamboat, Nautilus (1800 submarine) |
Spouse |
Harriet Livingston
(m. 2008) |