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In 1803. an American called Robert Fulton constructed the first steam ship. In 1807. he constructed the steam ship "Klermon". It took her 22 hours to cross the distance between New York and Albany (287 km). In 1819 the "Savanah" was constructed. She was fitted with three masts as well as steam engine. Classic sailing vessels ceared to exist that year.

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