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David Gordon built a steam carriage called "The Comet" in 1824. It featured three wheels and six legs that were used to propell the carriage..

David Gordon Steam Carriage 1824, Modern Postcard Front

This modern postcard reproduces a 19th century print of David Gordon's steam carriage. "The Comet" featured three wheels and six legs to propell the carriage.

David Gordon Steam Carriage 1824, Modern Postcard Reverse

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