A navigational error in 1917 nearly cost the US Navy two vital fleet assets.
In short: This video recounts the forgotten story of a 1917 peacetime accident involving the submarine H-3 and the USS Milwaukee. It explores the navigational blunder that endangered both vessels and the subsequent dramatic rescue and salvage operations that followed.
In 1917, the United States Navy faced the loss of two significant fleet assets due to a navigational error. This incident, often overlooked in historical accounts, highlights the risks inherent in peacetime operations and the complex salvage efforts required when naval vessels are compromised.
The episode details the sequence of events surrounding the H-3 and the USS Milwaukee, emphasizing the historical context of the era. By examining these forgotten events, the narrative underscores the importance of learning from past mistakes to avoid repeating them.
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