Christian Bergh | |
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Born | |
Died | June 24, 1843 New York City, US | (aged 80)
Occupation | Shipbuilder |
Spouse | Elizabeth Ivers |
Children | 3 |
Christian Bergh (April 30, 1763 – June 24, 1843), was the oldest and one of the first American shipbuilders in New York.[1][2] He was known for not allowing drinking and was the first shipbuilder to employ African Americans at his shipyard.[3] He contributed to the advances in the design and speed of 19th century sailing vessels.[4]
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