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Instructions for the Management of Harvey's Sea Torpedo

By Frederick Harvey

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Discover how naval officers in the 1870's handled the explosive power of new underwater weapons, forever changing how sea battles were fought.

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2022-04-15
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"Instructions for the Management of Harvey's Sea Torpedo" by Frederick Harvey is a comprehensive guide from the 1870s for naval officers, detailing the operation of sea torpedoes. As a technical manual, it offers detailed specifications for building, loading, and using both large and small torpedoes, highlighting the mechanics required for effective combat missions. Harvey's work explains launching procedures, handling explosive components, and the methods for attacking enemy ships, also teaching the strategic use of torpedoes in various naval combat scenarios. These detailed instructions equip naval officrs to handle underwater warfare effectively.

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