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"Discharging a Whitehead Torpedo" is a 1900 documentary from Edison Studios. This short film offers a brief glimpse into early naval technology as it showcases the discharge of a torpedo from the U.S. torpedo boat Morris.
Discharging a Whitehead Torpedo is quite rare and often sought after by collectors of early cinema. Not many prints exist, given its age and the documentary's nature, which adds to its allure. It's typically found in various early film compilations but securing an original print can be a challenge. Its significance lies in both its historical context and the technical aspects of early filmmaking, making it an interesting piece for anyone focused on the evolution of documentary cinema.
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The film was released in 1900.
The film was produced by Edison Studios.
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