What was the earliest known use of a torpedo?
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The question is asking for the historical origin of the torpedo, providing multiple choices that reference different time periods and individuals associated with early torpedoes.
Answer
In 1801, Robert Fulton used a torpedo to sink a small ship in Brest, France.
The earliest recorded use of a torpedo occurred in 1801 by Robert Fulton when he sank a small ship using a submarine mine in Brest, France.
Answer for screen readers
The earliest recorded use of a torpedo occurred in 1801 by Robert Fulton when he sank a small ship using a submarine mine in Brest, France.
More Information
Robert Fulton's experiment with explosive devices laid the groundwork for further development of torpedoes used in naval warfare.
Sources
- Mines and Torpedoes of World War I - maritime.org
- Torpedo - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Torpedo | Naval Weapon, Submarine Warfare & History - Britannica - britannica.com
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