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they were faster since they were light and not heavy then the old ones
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Who built ships?
Clipper ships were built on shipyards in several countries.
When was the Clipper invented?
Clipper ships were first built in about the 1850s.
Americans built fast sailing ships called?
That would be our clipper ships, sailor!
What were clipper ships built for?
fast cargo transportation primarily tea from china to England
What was Americas greatest contribution to the history of sailing ships?
clipper ships
What is the name of wooden ships known for speed?
The clipper ships were known for 'clipping' time off of long voyages. The cutter was also fast but smaller.
Where was the clipper ship invented?
The first clipper ships were English.
Did clippers once sail the oceans?
Yes, Clipper ships of the 19th century were the Formula One ships of their day.
What was the named for the streamlined sailing ships that took over the high speed ocean trade of the early to mid eighteen hundreds?
These were called the "clipper ships", and were predominantly British and American ships. They were narrower than previous vessels, and among the fastest sailing ships ever built. They were only eclipsed by the development of practical steam power.
What is a Salem clipper in the ballad of William sycamore?
In the ballad "The Ballad of William Sycamore" by Stephen Vincent Benet, a Salem clipper refers to a fast and sleek sailing ship that was commonly built in Salem, Massachusetts during the 19th century. These ships were known for their speed and agility, making them ideal for trade and warfare. In the ballad, the Salem clipper symbolizes the protagonist's longing for adventure and escape from his mundane life.
Who made clipper ships?
donald mckaythe clipper sail boat has about twenty sails
What has the author Fred Joseph Peters written?
Fred Joseph Peters has written: 'Clipper ship prints' -- subject(s): American Lithography, Clipper-ships, Currier & Ives, Clipper ships
