World's First Nuclear-Powered Submarine
The world's first nuclear-powered submarine was launched on 21st January 1954.
Witness History: Archive 2014 · BBC World Service
January 21, 20149m 1s
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Show Notes
The world's first ever nuclear-powered submarine was launched. The USS Nautilus was regarded as the first 'true' submarine as it could submerge for months. It soon shattered all underwater speed and distance records and played a crucial role in the cold war. We hear from one of the original crewmembers.
PHOTO: Courtesy of the US Navy