1817 Construction begins on the Erie Canal on July 4. Construction is complete on October 25, 1825.Timeline State: New YorkTimeline Country: United StatesTimeline Subjects: transportationEra: 1801-1900 Read more about 1817
1807 On August 7, Robert Fulton of New York develops the first steamboat.Timeline State: New YorkTimeline Country: United StatesTimeline Subjects: transportationEra: 1801-1900 Read more about 1807
1788 On July 26, New York becomes the eleventh state to ratify the U.S. Constitution.Timeline State: New YorkTimeline Country: United StatesTimeline Subjects: governmentEra: 1701-1800 Read more about 1788
1777 The Battle of Saratoga (New York) is fought on September 19 and October 7.Timeline State: New YorkTimeline Country: United StatesTimeline Subjects: warEra: 1701-1800 Read more about 1777
1712 The New York City Slave Revolt occurs on April 6.Timeline State: New YorkTimeline Country: British North AmericaTimeline Subjects: slaveryEra: 1701-1800 Read more about 1712
