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Aerial torpedoes designed by an Australian engineer, Mr A Dunbar Wigram. They were expected to revolutionise the methods of modern warfare, by speeding over land and sea with a deadly aim, thereby making Dreadnoughts unnecessary
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Australian Deadly Dunbar Engineer Pointing Speeding Streamline Streamlined Target Torpedo Torpedoes Warfare Weapon Wigram Designed Weapons
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This photograph showcases a groundbreaking innovation in military technology: the Aerial Torpedoes designed by the brilliant Australian engineer, Mr. A. Dunbar Wigram, in 1909. These aerial torpedoes were expected to revolutionize modern warfare and render Dreadnoughts obsolete. The sleek, streamlined design of these weapons, capable of speeding both over land and sea with deadly aim, challenged the traditional naval strategies of the time. Mr. Wigram's invention represented a significant leap forward in military technology, as it combined the power and precision of a torpedo with the mobility and versatility of an aircraft. The aerial torpedoes were designed to be launched from a catapult mounted on a ship or land-based platform, allowing them to target enemy vessels or installations with unprecedented speed and accuracy. The historical significance of these aerial torpedoes lies in their potential to disrupt the established balance of power on both land and sea. By eliminating the need for large, expensive warships like Dreadnoughts, they could have significantly reduced the financial burden on military budgets and altered the course of 20th-century warfare. Despite their promising potential, the aerial torpedoes never saw widespread use in combat. The complexities of their design and the challenges of launching and controlling them from a distance proved to be insurmountable obstacles. Nevertheless, this photograph serves as a testament to the visionary thinking and engineering prowess of Mr. A. Dunbar Wigram, whose innovative design continues to intrigue and inspire military historians and technology enthusiasts alike.
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