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1. For what reason did Americans prior to the 1830s embark to Paris? Who were these Americans?

Prior to the 1830s, most of the Americans who traveled to Paris were going for diplomatic reasons. These included Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, and Thomas Jefferson.

2. What were some of the professions of those who traveled to Paris in the 1830s? What reason did they have to travel to Paris?

Some of the professions of those who traveled to Paris in the 1830s were writers, artists, doctors and lawyers. Most of these early travelers to Paris chose to go to Paris so that they might expand their education.

3. What was the primary mode of travel to Europe in the 1830s? What did many of these early travelers think of this mode of transportation?

The primary mode of travel to Europe in the 1830s was by ship. Many of the travelers during this time period found this mode of transportation long, boring, and filled with unfortunate episodes of sea sickness. However, many found the opportunity to visit with other travelers to be enlightening.

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