Operation Bumblebee

Operation Bumblebee was a U.S. Navy program in the 1940s and 1950s focused on developing guided missile technology. It aimed to create powerful, long-range missiles to enhance naval defense and offensive capabilities, especially against aircraft and ships. The project involved testing and refining these missile systems, leading to advancements in technology that influenced subsequent missile and space programs. Essentially, it was a pioneering effort to develop the U.S. Navy's guided missile technology during the early Cold War period.