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Bushnell Collection

"Bushnell, a small town in Florida, is home to many interesting sights and events

Background imageBushnell Collection: Nubian goat (doe) Bushnell, FL

Nubian goat (doe) Bushnell, FL

Background imageBushnell Collection: Bushnells Submarine

Bushnells Submarine
BUSHNELLs TURTLE the first submersible craft to be used in action, attacking a British ship at New York on 7 September 1776; the one-man crew provided the power manually !

Background imageBushnell Collection: Turtle' (1787), submarine by David Bushnell (1742-1824) American inventor

Turtle' (1787), submarine by David Bushnell (1742-1824) American inventor
530647 Turtle' (1787), submarine by David Bushnell (1742-1824) American inventor. Operator turned handle to work propeller. Air in vessel sufficient for it to remain submerged 30 minutes

Background imageBushnell Collection: Connecticut State Capitol in Hartford, Connecticut, USA at twilight

Connecticut State Capitol in Hartford, Connecticut, USA at twilight

Background imageBushnell Collection: Southern pine at sunset, Bushnell, Florida

Southern pine at sunset, Bushnell, Florida

Background imageBushnell Collection: Turtle, submarine designed by David Bushnell, 1787

Turtle, submarine designed by David Bushnell, 1787. Bushnell (1742-1824) built the Turtle, the first American submarine, in 1776

Background imageBushnell Collection: American vessel Turtle (1776), the first submarine to be used in war, 19th century

American vessel Turtle (1776), the first submarine to be used in war, 19th century. Designed by David Bushnell (1742-1824)

Background imageBushnell Collection: Florida Cracker mare and colt on a foggy morning Equus caballus Bushnell, FL

Florida Cracker mare and colt on a foggy morning Equus caballus Bushnell, FL
Florida Cracker mare and colt on a foggy morning (Equus caballus) Bushnell, FL

Background imageBushnell Collection: Florida Cracker colt nursing off mare on a foggy morning Equus caballus

Florida Cracker colt nursing off mare on a foggy morning Equus caballus
Florida Cracker mare and colt on a foggy morning (Equus caballus) Bushnell, FL

Background imageBushnell Collection: Boer goat does (not purebreds) Bushnell, FL

Boer goat does (not purebreds) Bushnell, FL

Background imageBushnell Collection: USA, Florida, Bushnell, Rural farmlands, Red fox yawning at den, Vulpes vulpes

USA, Florida, Bushnell, Rural farmlands, Red fox yawning at den, Vulpes vulpes

Background imageBushnell Collection: Sergeant Ezra Lee making a dive in Turtle in 1776. Submarine by David Bushnell (1742-1824)

Sergeant Ezra Lee making a dive in Turtle in 1776. Submarine by David Bushnell (1742-1824). Air sufficient for 30 minute submersion. Propeller turned by handle and rudder moved by another

Background imageBushnell Collection: 0390000869

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Turtle (1787), submarine by David Bushnell (1742-1824) American inventor. Operator turned handle to work propeller. Air in vessel sufficient for it to remain submerged 30 minutes

Background imageBushnell Collection: Charles I Bushnell

Charles I Bushnell
CHARLES I BUSHNELL American editor with his autograph Date: 1826 - 1883

Background imageBushnell Collection: Boer goat does (not pure breds) Bushnell, FL

Boer goat does (not pure breds) Bushnell, FL

Background imageBushnell Collection: Worlds first combat submarine, The Turtle, built by David Bushnell. Used on 6 September 1776

Worlds first combat submarine, The Turtle, built by David Bushnell. Used on 6 September 1776
SUBMARINE: TURTLE, 1776. Worlds first combat submarine, The Turtle, built by David Bushnell. Used on 6 September 1776, in an unsuccessful attempt to attach a bomb to the hull of H.M.S. Eagle

Background imageBushnell Collection: Asa S. Bushnell

Asa S. Bushnell

Background imageBushnell Collection: Varnishing Oars, 1930

Varnishing Oars, 1930
Mr. A. Bushnell painting the blade of an Oxford oar which will be used in the Oxford vs Cambridge boat race. For over 50 years he was responsible for such finishing touches

Background imageBushnell Collection: Bushnells Sub / Section

Bushnells Sub / Section
BUSHNELLs TURTLE the first submersible craft to be used in action, attacking a British ship at New York on 7 September 1776; the one-man crew provided the power manually !


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"Bushnell, a small town in Florida, is home to many interesting sights and events. One of its unique residents is Nubian goat (doe) Bushnell, known for her playful nature and adorable antics. Another intriguing attraction in the area is Bushnells Submarine, a historical landmark that showcases the ingenuity of David Bushnell's submarine design from 1787. As the sun sets over Southern pine trees in Bushnell, Florida, it paints a breathtaking picture of natural beauty. The tranquility of this scene reminds us of the peaceful moments that can be found amidst our busy lives. Speaking of submarines, did you know that Turtle was the first American vessel used in war? This groundbreaking invention by David Bushnell during the 19th century revolutionized naval warfare forever. In another era altogether, Charles II reigned as King of England, Scotland, and Ireland back in c1678 (1958). His legacy still echoes through history books today. More recently, Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo delivered an inspiring speech on "What America Stands For" right here in Bushnell, Florida. His words resonated with locals and visitors alike as he highlighted the values that make America great. Bushnell may be a small town but it holds big surprises within its borders. From adorable goats to historic submarines and influential speeches by prominent figures like Secretary Pompeo - there's always something fascinating happening here.