new type of ship that made longer journeys possible

 The invention of the clipper ship in the mid-19th century made longer ocean journeys faster and more practical. Clippers were tall ships known for their speedy passages and were built for speed rather than cargo capacity. They had a narrow hull, a large total sail area, and were generally square-rigged on three masts (sometimes four or more). The design of the clipper ships allowed them to achieve high speeds, which made them particularly suitable for the tea trade from China to England, the transport of goods around Cape Horn, and for the California Gold Rush where speed was essential for delivering goods and passengers.

It's important to note that the clipper was not the only type of ship that enabled longer journeys. Steamships, which emerged in the early 19th century, also revolutionized long-distance sea travel. These ships were powered by steam engines, which allowed them to travel faster and with more reliability compared to wind-powered sailing ships. By not being dependent on the wind, steamships could follow more direct routes and maintain regular schedules, influencing international trade, passenger travel, and naval warfare