Take ‘Er Down — 1954

Name: Take 'Er Down — US Submarine History 1954
Uploaded: 2026-03-21
Duration: 13 min 30 s
Description: A 1954 film tracing the history of US Navy submarines from the first boats in 1900 through to the launching of the Nautilus, the first nuclear-powered submarine.

Video History of US Submarines from 1900 to the Nautilus Launch

This video, shot in 1954, relates the history of US Navy submarines. Beginning with a vintage video clip from 1900 showing the first boats, it continues through to the launching of the Nautilus, the first nuclear-powered submarine. Many interesting facts are revealed, including an initial unfavorable public opinion — which did not last long after it became obvious what these submarines could do.

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Take ‘Er Down — US Navy submarine history from 1900 to the USS Nautilus (13½ min.)