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Jan 17, 1500
History of the Automobile
The history of the automobile is very rich and dates back to the 15th century when Leonardo da Vinci was creating designs and models for transport vehicles. -
An early Benz automobile
Exactly who invented the automobile is a matter of opinion. If we had to give credit to one inventor, it would probably be Karl Benz from Germany. Many suggest that he created the first true automobile in 1885/1886. -
Horseless buggy made by Charles and Frank Duryea, 1893
The first practical gasoline automobile built in the United States. -
First automobile on Pa. Avenue
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The Ford Quadricycle
Henry Ford was born in 1863. He is seen here in his first car, the Ford Quadricycle, built in 1896. The photograph has been painted with the Stars and Stripes and a patriotic message. -
De Dion motor carriage
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Early steam automobile presented to Smithsonian
Underwood & Underwood, Washington, 1928 -
First Road
One of the first roads built over the California desert. -
Babe Ruth's ride hits a home run with owner
Bambino's '48 Lincoln is more than just a car for Texas man. A 1948 Lincoln Continental.
