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Steam Engine
The Steam Engine was invented by James Watt. It was invented in Glasow, Scotland. This helped American Society by being part of the Industrial Revolution. This event is not still being used today. -
Steamboat
Robert Fulton invented the steamboat in 1807. It was invented in New York. It impacted American Society by increasing trade and transportation. This is still being used today, but not as much as it was in the 1800's. -
Sewing Machine
The Sewing Machine was invented by Isacc Meritt Singer. It was invented in New York. It helped Americans make clothes. Yes, this invention is still being used today. -
Erie Canal
It was first called Clinitons Big Ditch. It was opened by Ontario by Govoner Clintion. It is still one of the wonders of the world. -
Mechanical Reaper
It was invented by Cyrus McGormick. It was invented in Virgina. It is still used today. It helped American farmers. -
Railroads
John Stevens invented railroads. They were invented in England. This helped trade and transportation in American Society. They are still being used today. -
Steel Plow
This was invented by John Deere. It was invented in Illinois. It affected American Society by making farming easier. It is still being used today by the company John Deere. -
Vulcanized Rubber
Charles Goodyear invented it. It helped American society by being able to mke new inventions. Yes, this invention is still being used to day to make rubber broducts like boots, tires, ect. -
Telegraph
Invented by Samuel Morse. Invented in New York. This helped communication between American citizens. This is not used today. -
Morse Code
Invented by Samuel Morse. It was invented in New York. This helped Americans by having more ways of comunication while out at sea. It is still used today, but not as much.