Wisconsin Historical Society
Wisconsin Historical Society: h.h. Bennett: Photographer Extraordinaire
This wonderful photographer provided us with images of his beloved Wisconsin's rugged landscape as well as Ho-Chunk residents, steamboats, and more.
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1928 Steamboat Willie (Movie)
This page gives background and other information about the first animated movie by Disney, SteamBoat Willie.
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1928 Steamboat Willie (Movie)
This page gives background and other information about the first animated movie by Disney, SteamBoat Willie.
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1928 Steamboat Willie (Movie)
This page gives background and other information about the first animated movie by Disney, SteamBoat Willie.
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in Kentucky: Belle of Louisville (Steamboat)
One of the last authentic steamboats in existence.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Alaska: Nenana (River Steamboat)
River steamboat; only surviving wooden one of this type.
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Steamboat
Traveling West was never easy! Here is a good description of the many ways people traveled. Of particular note is the paragraph on the steamboat crews.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Mickey Mouse
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 2004 to commemorate Mickey Mouse's debut in "Steamboat Willie". With a short passage on Mickey's legendary 75 year history.
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"Steamboat Willie"
The Roaring Twenties first saw the famous Mickey Mouse in Steamboat Willie, the first cartoon with synchronized sound.
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in Connecticut: Sabino (Passenger Steamboat)
One of only two surviving members of the American "mosquito fleet", small steamers that served the inland waters of the United States.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Paddlewheel Steamer
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1989 to commemorate paddlewheel steamers, which revolutionized they way goods were shipped in the 19th century.
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Virtual Picture Travel Map of New Orleans
Click on New Orleans and take a virtual tour. See the French Quarter. Visit places of interest such as Lafayette No. 1 Cemetery, St. Louis Cathedral and Bourbon Street. Due to the interactive nature of this site, it may take loner than...
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Virtual Picture Travel Map of New Orleans
Click on New Orleans and take a virtual tour. See the French Quarter. Visit places of interest such as Lafayette No. 1 Cemetery, St. Louis Cathedral and Bourbon Street. Due to the interactive nature of this site, it may take loner than...
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in Indiana: Thomas Gaff House (Hillforest)
Located above the Ohio River, Hillforest was built in 1855 in the Italian Renaissance architectural style. Designed by Isaiah Rogers, its full-width frontal porch is reminiscent of a steamboat's deck.
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in California: Eureka (Double Ended Ferry)
Side-wheel paddle steamboat; built in 1890 by the San Francisco and North Pacific Railroad Company; preserved at the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park. Official plaque located in the San Francisco Maritime National...
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Montana: Fort Benton
Established as a fur trading center in 1847, the fort prospered with the growth of steamboat traffic starting in 1859 and an 1862 gold strike, but declined with the advent of the railroad.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Robert Fulton
American engineer and inventor, primarily known for building the steamboat.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Robert Fulton
Robert Fulton (November 14, 1765 - February 24, 1815) was a U.S. engineer and inventor who is widely credited with developing the first commercially successful steamboat.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Robert Fulton
An American inventor who is widely credited with developing the first commercially successful steamboat.
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York Region District School Board: Pioneer Life in Upper Canada: Water
Pioneers usually settled near rivers or lakes as the waterways were their highways. Find out about their methods of travel.