Camera, Vought Aircraft Torpedo, Type 1, U.S. Navy

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Solar Aircraft Co.

Physical Description

Type I; gray metal; f.4.5 lens; case and accessories.

Summary

This panoramic camera, displayed with various accessories, was made for the U.S. Navy by the Russell Vought Division of the Solar Aircraft Company. Mounted on torpedo bombers, it documented aerial torpedo attacks. The 7-inch-long negative provided a wide oblique view.

Credit Line

Gift of Victor W. Tatelman

Inventory Number

A19860039000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

EQUIPMENT-Photographic

Dimensions

24 x 27 x 10cm

Country of Origin

United States of America

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National Air and Space Museum Collection

Location

Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA

Hangar

Boeing Aviation Hangar

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9d5c4394e-b04f-462c-8405-97f5c95c1fef

Record ID

nasm_A19860039000