Torpedo Boat Collection

On a German Torpedo Boat, 19 Aug 1915. Creator: Bain News Service
On a German Torpedo Boat, 19 Aug 1915 (date created or published. A German sailor coming out of a turret on a torpedo boat during World War I.

H.M.'s Torpedo Boat Destroyer Viper, c1900. Creator: Marguerite Jacob
H.M.'s Torpedo Boat Destroyer Viper, c1900. Engraving after a photograph. From "Cassell's History of England, Vol. IX"

U.S.S. Foote in dry dock, between 1897 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Foote in dry dock, between 1897 and 1901

U.S.S. Ericsson in dry dock, Brooklyn Navy Yard, between 1897 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Ericsson in dry dock, Brooklyn Navy Yard, between 1897 and 1901

U.S.S. Ericsson, between 1897 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Ericsson, between 1897 and 1901

Destroyer, torpedo tube, between 1882 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
Destroyer, torpedo tube, between 1882 and 1901

Destroyer between decks, between 1882 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
Destroyer between decks, between 1882 and 1901

Destroyer, between 1882 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
Destroyer, between 1882 and 1901

Destroyer, between 1882 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
Destroyer, between 1882 and 1901

A torpedo boat of the U.S. Navy, between 1897 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
A torpedo boat of the U.S. Navy, between 1897 and 1901. Photo seems to show the USS Ericsson, torpedo boat no. 2, commissioned in 1897

U.S.S. Cushing, between 1890 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Cushing, between 1890 and 1901

Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); Le croiseur germano-turc... 1915
Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); Le croiseur germano-turc est distance et disparait peu a peu a l'horizon, 1915

The German Manoevers in Schleswig-Holstein; Torpedo boats attacking a squadron of Ironclads, 1890 Creator: Unknown
'The German Manoevers in Schleswig-Holstein; Torpedo boats attacking a squadron of Ironclads off Flensburg, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42

'H.M. Cruiser "Serpent" Lost off Cape Villano, Spain, 1890. Creator: Unknown. 'H.M
'H.M. Cruiser "Serpent" Lost off Cape Villano, Spain, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); Le croiseur germano-turc... 1915
Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); Le croiseur germano-turc est distance et disparait peu a peu a l'horizon, 1915

Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); Les marins du torpilleur... 1915
Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); Les marins du torpilleur suivent avec interet le tir inefricace du "Goeben", 1915

In the Gulf of Athens - The Blockade of the Greek Ports, 1886. Creator: William Lionel Wyllie
In the Gulf of Athens - The Blockade of the Greek Ports, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

'The Naval Manoeuvers; Torpedo Boats in a Gale, 1890. Creator: J Nash
'The Naval Manoeuvers; Torpedo Boats in a Gale, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

A Coast Guard sentry stands watch over a new torpedo boat under construction at a southern... 1942
A Coast Guard sentry stands watch over a new torpedo boat under construction at a southern shipyard. In addition to wooden torpedo boats, the yard also turns out many steel boats for the Navy

Higgins Industries, Inc. New Orleans, La. makes torpedo boats and other boats for the Navy, 1942
Higgins Industries, Inc. New Orleans, La. makes torpedo boats and other boats for the Navy

Coast Guardsman standing watch over 78-foot torpedo... Higgins Industries, Inc. New Orleans, 1942
Coast Guardsman standing watch over 78-foot torpedo boat. Continual watch is kept. Higgins Industries, Inc. New Orleans, La

Royal navy torpedo boats accompanying HMS Mercury to Lamlash, Victorian 1880s, 19th Century
Vintage illustration, Royal navy torpedo boats accompanying HMS Mercury to Lamlash, Victorian 1880s, 19th Century

Fleet of United States Navy torpedo boats, 19th Century warships
Vintage illustration, Fleet of United States Navy torpedo boats, 19th Century warships

USS Ericsson (TB-2) torpedo boat, United States Navy 19th Century
Vintage illustration, USS Ericsson (TB-2) a torpedo boat built for the United States Navy 19th Century

Fleet of United States Navy warships, Cruisers and torpedo boat, 19th Century
Vintage illustration, Fleet of United States Navy warships, Cruisers and torpedo boat, 19th Century. USS Topeka, USS Albany, USS New Orleans, USS Somers

First-Class Torpedo Boat for the Indian Government (engraving)
6016212 First-Class Torpedo Boat for the Indian Government (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: First-Class Torpedo Boat for the Indian Government)

The Old Style and the New, a Three-Decker and a Torpedo Boat off Portsmouth (engraving)
1054252 The Old Style and the New, a Three-Decker and a Torpedo Boat off Portsmouth (engraving) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Naval Review at Spithead (engraving)
1059825 The Naval Review at Spithead (engraving) by Atkins, William Edward (1842-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Naval Review at Spithead)

A Warm Reception for a Torpedo Boat (engraving)
1038177 A Warm Reception for a Torpedo Boat (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Warm Reception for a Torpedo Boat)

The Naval Mobilisation, Big Gun and Torpedo Practice on Board H Ms "Hero"and "Rodney"(engraving)
1041826 The Naval Mobilisation, Big Gun and Torpedo Practice on Board H Ms " Hero" and " Rodney" (engraving) by Nash

Naval Visitors in Scotland (engraving)
1062177 Naval Visitors in Scotland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Naval Visitors in Scotland)

Torpedo Boat No 78 attacking HMS Active (engraving)
1595582 Torpedo Boat No 78 attacking HMS Active (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Torpedo Boat No 78 attacking HMS Active)

First-Class Torpedo Boat (engraving)
6016194 First-Class Torpedo Boat (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: First-Class Torpedo Boat)

US Navy, 1899 (colour litho)
6028804 US Navy, 1899 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: US Navy, 1899. Illustration for The United States Army and Navy (Werner)

US Navy, 2nd class cruisers, 1899 (colour litho)
6028797 US Navy, 2nd class cruisers, 1899 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: US Navy, 2nd class cruisers, 1899)

The crew of a French torpedo boat hunting porpoises (colour litho)
2795695 The crew of a French torpedo boat hunting porpoises (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The crew of a French torpedo boat hunting porpoises)

Attaque D Un Cuirasse Par Un Torpilleur (engraving)
2789298 Attaque D Un Cuirasse Par Un Torpilleur (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Attaque D Un Cuirasse Par Un Torpilleur)

Modern warships (chromolitho)
2788800 Modern warships (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Modern warships: battleship, corvette and topredo boat)

Types of the Royal Navy of Great Britain (chromolitho)
1624959 Types of the Royal Navy of Great Britain (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Types of the Royal Navy of Great Britain)

The Naval Manoeuvres (engraving)
1595581 The Naval Manoeuvres (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Naval Manoeuvres)

Illustrations of Torpedo Warfare (engraving)
1589627 Illustrations of Torpedo Warfare (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrations of Torpedo Warfare)

The Naval Mobilisation, Night Attack on Lough Swilly, Torpedo Boat looking for the Enemy with Search Light (engraving)
1041459 The Naval Mobilisation, Night Attack on Lough Swilly, Torpedo Boat looking for the Enemy with Search Light (engraving) by English School

The Recent Submarine Mining and Torpedo Operations at Langston Harbour, Portsmouth (engraving)
1046231 The Recent Submarine Mining and Torpedo Operations at Langston Harbour, Portsmouth (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Queens Jubilee Naval Review at Spithead (engraving)
1591297 The Queens Jubilee Naval Review at Spithead (engraving) by Speed, Lancelot (1860-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Jubilee Naval Review at Spithead)

French torpedo boat No. 20 sinking at the entrance of the harbour of the Ile d Aix (engraving)
2789378 French torpedo boat No. 20 sinking at the entrance of the harbour of the Ile d Aix (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French torpedo boat No)

Torpilleurs Cherchant L Ennemi (engraving)
2783419 Torpilleurs Cherchant L Ennemi (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Torpilleurs Cherchant L Ennemi)

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In the midst of a bustling shipyard, a Coast Guard sentry stands tall and vigilant, keeping watch over a new torpedo boat under construction. The year is 1942, and tensions are high as the world finds itself engulfed in war. Higgins Industries, Inc. , based in New Orleans, Louisiana, has become renowned for its expertise in crafting torpedo boats and other vessels for the Navy. The image captures the dedication and precision that goes into creating these formidable machines of naval warfare. Each rivet carefully placed symbolizes countless hours of hard work by skilled craftsmen who understand the importance of their contribution to national defense. Moving back in time to the late 19th century, we witness Royal Navy torpedo boats accompanying HMS Mercury on its journey to Lamlash. These sleek vessels serve as guardians of the seas during an era when maritime supremacy was fiercely contested. Alongside them sail United States Navy torpedo boats, showcasing America's growing naval power. One such vessel is USS Ericsson (TB-2), proudly representing American ingenuity and technological advancements during this period. As part of a fleet that includes cruisers and other warships, these torpedo boats play an integral role in protecting national interests across vast oceans. Stepping away from real-life depictions into engravings from history books, we catch glimpses of various scenes involving torpedo boats. From a first-class vessel commissioned by the Indian Government to dramatic encounters off Portsmouth where old-style three-deckers meet modern torpedo boats head-on. The Naval Review at Spithead showcases an impressive display of military might with numerous ships dotting the horizon while receiving warm receptions from enthusiastic crowds ashore. Meanwhile, onboard H. M. S "Hero"and "Rodney, " sailors engage in intense gunnery and torpedo practice sessions during naval mobilization exercises – honing their skills for potential conflicts ahead. These images remind us not only of our rich maritime heritage but also highlight how technology and innovation have shaped naval warfare throughout history.