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Junius Smith: Pioneer Promoter of Transatlantic Steam Navigation

Junius Smith: Pioneer Promoter of Transatlantic Steam Navigation

Pond, E. Leroy

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ISBN10: 1168676339
ISBN13: 9781168676337
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 50
Weight: 0.54
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Junius Smith: Pioneer Promoter Of Transatlantic Steam Navigation is a biography written by E. Leroy Pond. The book tells the story of Junius Smith, a businessman and entrepreneur who played a key role in the development of transatlantic steam navigation. Smith was born in 1796 and grew up in New York City. He became interested in steam navigation in the early 1820s and quickly saw the potential for using steam-powered ships to cross the Atlantic Ocean.The book follows Smith's career as he worked to promote steam navigation and establish a transatlantic steamship line. It covers his many struggles and setbacks, including financial difficulties and opposition from established shipping companies. Despite these challenges, Smith persevered and eventually succeeded in launching the first transatlantic steamship service in 1838.Throughout the book, Pond provides a detailed and engaging portrait of Smith, highlighting his determination, ingenuity, and entrepreneurial spirit. He also explores the broader historical context of Smith's work, discussing the technological, economic, and political factors that shaped the development of transatlantic steam navigation.Overall, Junius Smith: Pioneer Promoter Of Transatlantic Steam Navigation is a fascinating and informative book that sheds new light on an important period in the history of transportation and commerce. It will appeal to anyone interested in the history of steam navigation, entrepreneurship, or the development of modern transportation systems.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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