submarine

submarine, naval craft capable of operating for an extended period of time underwater. Submarines are almost always warships, although a few are used for scientific, business, or other purposes (see also submersible).

Sections in this article:

• Introduction
• Nuclear Submarines and Other Developments
• The Submarine in the World Wars
• Development of the Modern Submarine
• Bibliography

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