#6469 - 1849 - Sangamon Shoal Boat Lifters

Lincoln patented an invention to lift river boats over shoals, freeing them up to continue rowing. First employed in 1849 on the Sangamon River. His patent number was 6469.

Athlete Age Location Country
Ellen Dobihal 70 USA
Kirk Dobihal 74 Lincoln, IL USA
Ryan Tabis 44 USA