Nautilus (1800 submarine)
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For other ships with the same name, see Ships named Nautilus.
Nautilus was a submarine designed by Robert Fulton and first tested in 1800. Though preceded by Cornelis Drebbel's vessel of 1620 and the Turtle,[1]: 1–8 Nautilus is often considered to be the first practical submarine.
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Full-sized section model at Cité de la Mer, Cherbourg, France | |
History | |
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Name | Nautilus |
Laid down | Perrier boatyard in Rouen |
General characteristics | |
Length | 21 ft 3 in (6.48 m) |
Beam | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
Propulsion | Hand-cranked screw propeller or Sail (when surfaced) |
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