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Before the steamboat, transportation on water relied primarily on sailing ships, rowed boats, and barges powered by wind, human effort, or animal labor. These vessels were limited by weather conditions and waterways. The development of the steam engine in the 18th century paved the way for steamboats, which revolutionized water travel and commerce by enabling faster and more reliable movement upstream and across distances.

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