Savannah Tug Boat Magnet

Tug Boat on the Savannah River. Tugboats, also known as tug boats, are powerful boats used primarily for towing other vessels, such as barges, ships, and tankers, as well as assisting with docking and undocking maneuvers. They have been an essential part of maritime transportation and industry for over two centuries. The first tugboat was invented in the late 18th century and was powered by steam. Before that, manual labor was used to tow vessels, which was a slow and laborious process. As the use of steam-powered vessels became more widespread, the demand for tugboats grew rapidly, and their design and capabilities continued to evolve. During World War I and World War II, tugboats played a vital role in naval operations, helpi...