3D DESIGN FORMAT STL3D MODEL SIZE X 245 × Y 23.4 × Z 35 mm

The submersible boat USS Alligator holds a unique place in naval history as one of the pioneering experiments in submarine technology during the American Civil War. Designed by engineer John Philip Holland in 1861, this cone-shaped vessel, measuring around 47 feet in length, was propelled by human-powered paddles and armed with torpedoes. Despite its innovative design, the USS Alligator never saw combat and was lost during a test voyage off the coast of North Carolina in 1863. While it may not have achieved military success, the USS Alligator played a crucial role in the early development of submarine technology, paving the way for future advancements in underwater warfare.