Jacob Bell (shipbuilder)
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Jacob Bell was an American shipbuilder, and founder of the Brown & Bell shipyard in New York City. His company built the first two ocean steamers launched in New York, as well as one of the earliest clipper ships, the Houqua.
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Jacob Bell | |
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Born | (1792-12-17)December 17, 1792 Middlesex Parish, Stamford, Connecticut |
Died | July 21, 1852(1852-07-21) (aged 59) |
Resting place | Darien, Connecticut |
Nationality | American |
Occupation | Shipbuilder |
Employer | Brown & Bell |
Known for | Building the first two ocean steamers launched in New York, as well as one of the earliest clipper ships, the Houqua |
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