Destroyed in an accidental gunpowder explosion.

The Demologos launched becoming the 1st steam-powered warship. Built to defend New York Harbor from the Royal Navy during the War of 1812. The vessel was designed to a unique pattern by Robert Fulton and was renamed Fulton after his death.

History of New York ship yardsby Morrison, John H.

Civilian yard of Adam and Noah Brown

The Demologos launched

General Lafayette, his secretary Auguste Levasseur, and others visited the Navy Yard at the invitation of Commandant George Rodgers. They then toured the steam frigate Fulton, which Levasseur described as a “floating fortress” built for coastal defense.