John Fitch
American inventor and clockmaker
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John Fitch was an American inventor, clockmaker, entrepreneur, and engineer. He was most famous for operating the first steamboat service in the United States. The first boat, 45 feet long, was tested on the Delaware River by Fitch and his design... Wikipedia
Born: January 21, 1743, United States
Died: July 2, 1798 (age 55 years), Bardstown, KY
Parents: Joseph Fitch, III and Sarah Fitch