The first design in USA is from 1786 - James Rumsey.
The first patent in Europe (1788) was from Robert Fourness and James Ashworth.
The first commercial steam boat was designed by Robert Fulton near 1800.
Yes
First trial of steam boat was done in 1787 by John Finch.
Specifically the steam boat
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it was invented 1718
John Fitch invented the first stemboat in 1787.
1807:)
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modern steam boat in 1784
I think you're referring to "John Fitch" who allegedly invented the steam boat. In actuality, Robert Fulton invented the steam boat in 1807.