The first flatboats are believed to have been developed in the late 1700s, primarily in the United States. These boats were designed for easy transport of goods and people along rivers, particularly in the Ohio and Mississippi River systems. They played a significant role in early American commerce and settlement. The design evolved from earlier types of boats, reflecting the needs of the growing frontier economy.
food , water trading items, animals
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flatboat,barge
Rowing a flat boat across the Ohio River
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Flatboats can float downstream in shallow water
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Technically, no. Generally yes. If you're taking a online quiz, then yes. Flatboat: A flatboat is a rectangular boat with a flat bottom and square ends used to transport freight and passengers on inland waterways Keelboat: river boat with a shallow draught and a keel but no sails; used to carry freight; moved by rowing or punting or towing