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1807 in United States of America

Explore 3 historical events and records for United States of America in 1807.

Historical records for United States of America in 1807

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January

Birth of Robert Edward Lee

Lee, Robert Edward · Warfare / Military

Birth of Robert Edward Lee

December

Embargo Act

Jefferson, Thomas · Washington · President of USA · Economy / Trade Policy

The Embargo Act halts most foreign trade in an unsuccessful effort to protect neutral rights.

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Clermont Steamboat Makes Hudson Voyage

Fulton, Robert · New York · Engineer · Science / Civil Engineering

Robert Fulton's commercially influential steam vessel travelled the Hudson between New York and Albany. The development expanded the tools available for subsequent innovation.

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