USS Alligator 3d model

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Description of the U.S.S. Alligator Model. The U.S.S. Alligator is said to be the first submarine in the U.S Navy's arsenal. With a poly count of approximately 64,000, this model is an impressive representation of naval history. Textures Provided. Two sets of high-quality textures are included with bump maps for both clean and wet appearances. The original .psd file for these textures is also available for further editing. A Pioneering Era in Naval Warfare. The U.S.S. Alligator was a groundbreaking engineering marvel during the Civil War, marking the beginning of a new era in naval combat. This secret weapon caught the attention of the President and earned its place in history as the first submarine of the U.S Navy. Conceived by French inventor Brutus de Villeroi and built in Philadelphia in 1861, the Alligator was designed to counter Confederate ironclad warships and clear harbor obstructions. Innovative Design and Capabilities. The Alligator's design was both daring and innovative, featuring an air purifying system and the ability to deploy a diver while submerged. These features made it the precursor of modern subs. However, in April 1863, while being towed south to participate in the attack on Charleston harbor, the Union sub was caught in a fierce storm off Cape Hatteras and lost at sea. Product Details. Price: $69.00 Date Added: August 6, 2015 Last Update: December 20, 2015 Product ID: 55c3592fccff75b0688b475e