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» Topic: History of c-25465, Jacob's prototype semi-sub
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Hello forum, can anyone point me to any information re. Jacob's prototype semi-sub c-25465 which was built around March of 1943. I would like to know what happened to this boat and any history of why it never went into production etc. thanks, Lee G.



Posted By: Lee G | Posted on: Feb 23, 2019 - 7:55am
Total Posts: 16 | Joined: Dec 6, 2015 - 10:11am

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Lee;
I have no idea what happened to C-25465, but here are some good photos of her: https://www.history.navy.mil/content/history/nhhc/search.html?q=%20c-25465

At least this semi-submersible was accepted, used in the field and survived;
https://www.hnsa.org/hnsa-ships/gimik-semi-submersible/

Take care,
TED



Posted By: TED WALTHER | Posted on: Feb 23, 2019 - 9:17pm
Total Posts: 3011 | Joined: Oct 16, 2006 - 7:42am

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Thanks Ted, these are great photos and compliment the one I am researching here at Mystic Seaport. Lee G.



Posted By: Lee G | Posted on: Feb 25, 2019 - 10:47am
Total Posts: 16 | Joined: Dec 6, 2015 - 10:11am

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Ted, another boat I am interested in is C-25464 also built by Jacobs in 194. Do you have any info on this prototype semi-submersible? This, Lee G.



Posted By: Lee G | Posted on: Feb 27, 2019 - 8:13am
Total Posts: 16 | Joined: Dec 6, 2015 - 10:11am

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