Narcís Monturiol’s Submarines

Sep 16, 2024

Narcís Monturiol, a pioneering Catalan inventor, is renowned for creating submarines while championing equality and freedom during 19th-century upheaval. He discusses his remarkable journey from radical journalism to innovative submarine designs, facing political turmoil in Spain. Monturiol shares insights on building submersibles, overcoming engineering obstacles, and the socio-political implications of his work. His visionary ideas prompted public enthusiasm for underwater exploration, influencing future generations and leaving an indelible mark on submarine technology.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Innovative Submersibles Amid Historical Turmoil

01:59 • 2min

Narcís Monturiol: A Revolutionary Life

04:13 • 9min

Narcís Monturiol: From Activism to Innovation

12:47 • 8min

Innovations Underwater: The Journey of Early Submarines

20:34 • 11min

Innovation After Destruction

31:20 • 5min

Innovations and Struggles of Narcís Monturiol

36:02 • 18min

Innovations in Underwater Exploration: The Legacy of Narcís Monturiol

54:18 • 2min

Catalan inventor Narcís Monturiol fought for ideals like equality, freedom, and progress in the midst of a lot of social and political chaos in 19th-century upheavals in Spain and Catalonia. And then, he built submarines.

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