The Nautilus at 60 — Nuclear Power Tested in an Idaho Desert

Just over 60 yeas ago, on September 30, 1954, USS Nautilus, the world’s first nuclear powered submarine was commissioned in New London, Connecticut. Following commissioning she continued trials and testing, until she put to sea for the first time  on January … Continue reading

On Jules Verne’s Birthday – A Look at the Submarines named Nautilus

On this the 183th anniversary of the birth of Jules Verne, it seems worthwhile to look at the submarines named Nautilus.    Click on any of the thumbnails for a larger image. … Continue reading