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The first passenger paddle steamer, Henry Bells Ps Comet, on the Clyde in 1812. She carried passengers between Glasgow, Greenock and Helensburgh. From The Book of Ships, published c. 1920
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The first passenger paddle steamer, Henry Bells Ps Comet, on the Clyde in 1812. She carried passengers between Glasgow, Greenock and Helensburgh. From The Book of Ships, published c. 1920
The first passenger paddle steamer, Henry Bells Ps Comet, on the Clyde in 1812. She carried passengers between Glasgow, Greenock and Helensburgh. From The Book of Ships, published c.1920
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This vintage print captures the historic moment of the first passenger paddle steamer, Henry Bells Ps Comet, sailing along the picturesque Clyde River in 1812. A true marvel of its time, this steam-powered vessel revolutionized transportation and marked a significant milestone in maritime history. With its distinctive paddle wheels propelling it forward, the Ps Comet carried passengers between Glasgow, Greenock, and Helensburgh with remarkable success. This illustration from The Book of Ships published around 1920 showcases the elegance and ingenuity of this pioneering craft. The Ps Comet's introduction heralded a new era in river travel as steam propulsion replaced traditional sail power. Its archival significance lies not only in being Scotland's first commercially successful passenger steamboat but also for paving the way for future advancements in steam technology. As we gaze upon this snapshot from the past, we are transported back to a time when rivers were bustling arteries connecting cities and towns. The sight of this magnificent vessel evokes feelings of nostalgia and admiration for those who dared to dream big and push boundaries. Let us celebrate Henry Bell's visionary creation that forever changed how people traversed waterways. This image serves as a reminder of our rich maritime heritage and pays homage to an extraordinary feat that propelled humanity into an exciting new age of transportation powered by steam.
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