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CAPTION: MISSOURI LAKE, CENTRAL CITY, Colorado. SUBMARINE, 1898 - 1944.
DATE: This card is dated November, 1944, on the reverse.
SIZE: Stand ard postcard size, 3 1/2 x 5 1/2\".
DESCRIPTION:The Spanish-American War put a focus on naval innovation. Hoping to get ahead of the field, Central City engineer Rufus Owens developed his own submarine. Just as intended, the Nautilus submerged during its inaugural voyage at Missouri Lake. Regrettably, it didn\'t resurface until it was recovered in 1944. It’s now at the Gilpin County Museum. From COLORADO\'S HISTORY OF FAILURE by Spencer Campbell.
CONDITION: This real photo postcard is in very good condition with light bends and light soiling on the reverse. 61TERMS: Scan is an accurate representation.Item is guaranteed to be authentic and as described and may be returned. Item will be shipped by Standard Envelope, First Class Mail or USPS Ground Advantage. Shipping within the United States is $0.49. International sales are shipped through International Shipping. Shipping cost for multiple items will be combined.THANKS TO ALL.
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