Brittany Penniket 4/19/04 S/S Thomas Jefferson and the lcomotive Thomas Jefferson was the 3rd president of the United States, he was president from 1801-1809. He was the first Republican President; he was born on April 13, 1743 and died July 4, 1826. Thomas Jefferson was a natural born leader. He showed signs of a strong leader and a great supporter of liberty from an early age. He has contributed greatly to the independence of our country, and the stability …showed first 75 words of 524 total…

…showed last 75 words of 524 total…buildings, and any kind of place would take a very long time to build. Many people wouldn't of moved west because they would have to go on a horse wagon. My opinion on the locomotive is it was a very important piece of history. The locomotive helped businesses by transporting materials and food supplies faster and safer. The locomotive helped people travel faster more comfortable and even more safe. Overall the locomotive helped improve life.