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The spar torpedo was first effectively used to sink ships during the US Civil War (1861).
The automotive torpedo was first effectively used in the Russo-Turkish War (1877).
The first major use of self propelled torpedoes (automotive torpedoes) was the Russo-Japanese War (1904-05).
All torpedoes mentioned above were launched from torpedo boats or torpedo boat destroyers.
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How are torpedoes used present day?
how are torpedoes used present day?
When did Robert Fulton invent the first naval torpedoes?
Robert Fulton invented the first naval torpedoes in 1797.
How are torpedoes used today?
Yes
Who used Torpedoes in World War I?
The Germans
What were torpedoes used against during World War 1?
Submarines used torpedoes in anti-shipping roles hoping to cripple the enemies ability to supply and reinforce points of conflict as well as to hamper the enemies economy .
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