Examines the life and times of Robert Fulton, born in 1765, discussing his childhood in the colony of Pennsylvania, his training to be a silversmith, his pursuit of a career as an artist, and the discovery of his mechanical skills that led to his development of the steamboat.
year: 2003
call number/section: 920, 921
subjects: fulton, robert, 1765-1815, juvenile literature, marine engineers, united states, juvenile literature, inventors, steamboats, history, 19th century, time project-presidents & statesmen