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Maiales
During World War II, the Maiale (seapig) mini-sub was used by Italy to transport frogmen into a harbor or anchorage occupied by enemy ships. When close to an intended target, the frogmen would exit their ship, place a mine on the enemy's hull, set a timer, and then return to their craft.
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