A Brief History of US Navy Torpedo Development

N U S C Te ch nica l D o cu m e n t 5436 15 S e p te m b e r 1978

A Brief History of U.S. Navy Torpedo Development E. W Jo lie W e a p o n System s D e p a rtm e n t

Naval Underwater Systems Center Newport Laboratory Approved for public release Distribution unlimited

PREFACE In the preparation of this report, the author has relied on the archival holdings of the Naval Underwater Systems Center and resource material made available by current NUSC staff members. Particular thanks are due to Mr. A. E. Burke of the Weapon Systems Staff, Mr. R. R. Corridon of the Technical Shops Department, and Mr. A. J. Turner of the Weapon Systems Department; and the efforts of Ms. P. A. Ellis, Mr. M. A. deSa, and Mr. R. A. Thibodeau of the Information Services Department in editing and illustrating this report are gratefully acknowledged. Other persons too numerous to mention have also provided both information and support in the preparation of this document. This report is presented with the awareness that parts of the story could be treated only as fully as the resource material permitted. Suggestions for additions, corrections, or other improvements will be welcomed at any time.

REVIEWED AND APPROVED:

15 September 1978

Head, Weapon Systems Department

The author of this report is located at the Newport Laboratory, Naval Underwater Systems Center, Newport, Rhode Island 02840.

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