1. Horseback Riding: Horses were the most common means of transportation for both people and goods. Horses could be ridden or harnessed to pull carts or carriages.
2. Carts and Wagons: These were horse-drawn vehicles used to transport people, agricultural products, and goods.
3. Stagecoaches: These were large, covered wagons used to transport passengers and mail over long distances. They were typically drawn by four to six horses and would make regular stops at inns along the way.
4. Sailing Ships: These were used for long-distance travel and trade, especially across oceans and large bodies of water.
5. Riverboats: These were used for transportation on rivers and inland waterways. They were powered by oars, sails, or steam engines.
6. Litters: These were stretcher-like devices carried by horses or mules, used for transporting the sick, injured, or important individuals.
7. Walking: Walking was the most basic and common form of transportation for short distances.