John Philip Holland and Holland 1 red and black plaque

Gosport, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom

Holland 1 Designer: John Philip Holland Built by Vickers Maxim at Barrow-in-Furness and launched in 1901, this pioneer submarine was powered by a 160hp petrol engine and had a surface speed of 8 knots. A 70hp electric motor gave a submerged speed of 7 knots. Holland 1 was the Royal Navy's first oper

Listen to the audio guide for John Philip Holland and Holland 1 red and black plaque Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off