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Did clippers once sail the oceans?
Yes, Clipper ships of the 19th century were the Formula One ships of their day.
Clipper ships designed by Donald McKay were popular because they?
Donald McKay (1810 to 1880) was a designer and builder of American sailing ships. His clipper ships were popular due to the records made with the ships he build.
Americans built fast sailing ships called?
That would be our clipper ships, sailor!
How were the clipper ships and the California Gold Rush related?
They weren't
What are clipper Ships?
Is a large ship that moves very fast in the wind
What was the importance of railroads and clipper ships to the northern economy?
Clipper ships enhanced trade between North America and the Far East. They were faster then the traditional ocean vessels. The railroads in North America that stretched from coast to coast enhanced trade and the general speed of commeunications between both North American coasts.
What was Americas greatest contribution to the history of sailing ships?
clipper ships
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.
When was the Clipper invented?
Clipper ships were first built in about the 1850s.
Who made clipper ships?
donald mckaythe clipper sail boat has about twenty sails
Who built ships?
Clipper ships were built on shipyards in several countries.
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
Clipper ships designed by Donald McKay were popular because they?
Donald McKay (1810 to 1880) was a designer and builder of American sailing ships. His clipper ships were popular due to the records made with the ships he build.
Were the clipper ships the pride of the open seas in 1840?
No it is the steam powered ships...
What were new technologies in 1790-1860?
the telegraph, the mechanical reaper, the first steel plow, clipper ships, first steam boat, steam railroads, heavy industry, breach loading firearms, etc.
What ships were called greyhounds of the seas?
The Clipper Ship
