John Ericsson to James Bennett defending the merits of the screw propellor

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Title
John Ericsson to James Bennett defending the merits of the screw propellor
Creator/Author
Ericsson, John
Date
30 March 1845
Description
A private letter in which Ericsson defends the merits of his screw propeller over Steven's Scull. Claims that reports that the scull beat his ship are misleading. Accompanied by a two page manuscript autographed by Ericsson that details his invention. John Ericsson invented the screw propeller, which replaced the paddle wheel and remains the most common form of marine propulsion to this day. James Bennett was editor of the New York Herald.
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