Title: The great American steamboat race
First published: 2009
Description: "Running from New Orleans to St. Louis in the summer of 1870, the race between the Robert E. Lee and the Natchez remains the world's most famous steamboat race. This book tells the story of the dramatic contest. Providing details on the boats themselves, the book gives an intimate look at the majestic vessels"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Natchez (steamboat), Robert e. lee (steamboat), Steamboats and steamboat lines, Marine engineering, Shipbuilding, united states, Steamboats, History, River steamers, Paddle steamers, Shipbuilding, Natchez (Steamboat), Robert E. Lee (Steamboat)
LC classification: VM625.M5 P37 2009