James River cruise takes passengers back in time on the boat that made Virginia rich

With its wide, flat bottom, the batteau was able to navigate a relatively shallow river. (Credit: Sandy Hausman)

River cruises are popular around the world.  But for two Virginia men they are also a chance to honor a forgotten part of the Commonwealth’s history – to recall how one boat changed the fate of the state.  

Sandy Hausman has their story.

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