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Lurking mines deny sea lanes and shape naval strategy
The article surveys mine warfare from ancient to modern times, detailing defensive and influence mines, historic uses from World War II to Vietnam, how they are laid and activated, and how ships defend with paravanes and cutters. It notes Iranian use near Farsi Island and cites examples affecting New York harbor and Suez Canal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iran
Farsi Island
Persian Gulf
U.S
Atlantic
France
Puerto Rico
Navy
San Juan
New York Harbor
Ambrose Light
Britain
Suez Canal
Marshall Rommel
Africa Korps
Cairo
Haiphong
Hanoi
Belfast
Soviet Union
Harry Fridman