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Doubled-Action Projectile Demonstrates Torpedo Power
Reports from Newport describe a new type of Cleland Davis torpedo capable of piercing ship hulls and delivering internal explosions. Trials at Quincy Bay showed the weapon could puncture bottom plates and ignite gases, potentially changing submarine and naval ship defense and construction practices.
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Quincy
Great Britain
Aul
Newport
Cleland Davis
Shoup
Quincy Bay
Truman H. Newberry
Navy
Arthur Murray
Army
Davis
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