David Bushnell
American inventor who built the "Turtle" submersible (1740–1824/1826) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the historian, see David Bushnell (historian). For the entrepreneur, see David P. Bushnell.
David Bushnell (August 30, 1740 – 1824 or 1826), of Westbrook, Connecticut, was an American inventor, a patriot, a teacher, and a medical doctor.
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David Bushnell | |
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Born | (1740-08-30)August 30, 1740 |
Died | 1824/1826 Warrenton |
Nationality | American |
Occupation | Inventor |
Known for | Building "Turtle" submersible |
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Bushnell invented the first submarine to be used in battle, Turtle, as well as a floating mine triggered by contact. He was a veteran of the Revolutionary War.