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The Chinese. The earliest naval mines were described by the early Ming Dynasty Chinese artillery officer Jiao Yu, in his 14th century military treatise known as the Huolongjing. In the West, during the 18th century American David Bushnell developed a practical mine, for use against the British in the American War of Independence.
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When did Robert Fulton invent the first naval torpedoes?
Robert Fulton invented the first naval torpedoes in 1797.
Who invented the original naval clock?
John Harrison , a Yorkshire carpenter .
When was the slinky invented?
The slinky was invented in 1943 by Richard James, a naval engineer. It was originally created as a tension spring for naval instruments but became a popular toy after accidentally dropping it and observing its unique movements.
Were there any naval battles during the US Civil War?
Yes, there were naval battles; in fact, the first ironclad ships were invented during the Civil War.
Who invented the torpedo boat?
The torpedo boat is a type of naval ship. They were created to counter battleships. These boats were created by a commission placed by Australian naval officer.
What did Sir Hiram Maxin and Robert Whitehead invent?
he invented the self propelled naval torpedo
When were naval carriers invented?
Click on the link to your right for the history of aircraft carriers.
Who invented the tanks in the world wars?
Tanks were a naval invention, created by the British Admiralty. They were called LANDSHIPs when first introduced.
What year did James Richard invented the slinky?
James Richard invented the slinky in 1943. He came up with the idea while working as a naval engineer and developed the toy out of tension springs.
When did Captain Joseph Huddart invent the protractor?
The complex protractor was invented in 1801 by Captain Joseph Huddart, a United States naval officer
Who invented the first sub?
im not sure who, but it was used in the civil war it came out of a naval yard in VA and went down and around to Mississippi
Who invented the construction crane?
Mr George A Agnew, Director and Naval Architect, Robert Napier & Sons Ltd Govan, Glasgow. 1844 - 1899.
