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The O-class submarines of the U.S. Navy were divided into two classes by Electric Boat and Lake Torpedo Boat Company, as a result of the lessons learned from World War I. They were essential to naval operations even in the face of difficulties.
The G-class submarines, which were not part of Electric Boat's exclusive designs, were made up of the individually designed G-1 through G-4 models. Created by American Laurenti and Simon Lake, their designs showed a diversity of building origins.
The A class submarine was developed in 1911 from the Plunger-class submarines, which played a significant role in the early development of the U.S. Navy's quiet service. Their pre-war midget design, which was based in the Philippines, had an Electro Dynamic electric motor, an Otto petrol engine, and a 60-cell battery.
Launched amid the Civil War in 1862, the USS Alligator signalled a turning point in naval warfare. Equipped with limpet mines, this revolutionary submarine demonstrated the latest developments in underwater technology.
The United States Navy sails USS John Finn through the Taiwan Strait post-Taiwan elections, escalating tensions with China and emphasizing support for Taiwan.