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Browsing: Maritime History
Dive into the fascinating world of “Maritime History” with The Scuba News, where we explore the rich tapestry of human interaction with the seas. From ancient shipwrecks and legendary naval battles to the evolution of maritime technology and the cultural significance of the oceans, this category is your gateway to understanding how the maritime world has shaped our past and continues to influence our future. Whether you’re a history buff, a scuba enthusiast, or simply curious about the stories beneath the waves, our expertly curated articles will immerse you in the depths of maritime heritage. Join us as we uncover the hidden treasures and timeless tales of the sea
Located approximately north of Munising, Michigan, the Grand Island East Channel Light was built as…
Shin Kurushima Dockyard constructed the 60,000-ton roll-on/roll-off cargo ship, also known as the Felicity Ace,…
The Staten Island Ferry ship Andrew J. Barberi struck a concrete maintenance pier at the…
Notable ships that have sunk in November in Lake Superior include Edmund Fitzgerald, Daniel J.…
In September 1949, a fire in Toronto Harbour destroyed the Canadian passenger liner SS Noronic,…
The story of the Al-Qamar Al-Saudi Al-Misr is a tale of transformation, service, tragedy, and…
The four-masted Canadian coal schooner Bessie A. White was sailing from Newport News, Virginia to…
In 1887 The Steamer Vernon sank near Two Rivers in a gale that swamped the…
In the North Atlantic, the whaling ship SS Charcot operated. In 1923, the steel ship…
This annual event commemorates the sinking of the freighter Edmund Fitzgerald and the total loss…
We had a look at the 1947 vessel’s unique wheelhouse sitting all alone without her…
A burned-out ship, also known as “the ghost ship,” “pirate ship,” or “the abandoned ship,”…
SS Valley Camp, a lake freighter that spent over 50 years operating on the Great…
The Scuba News Canada reported in February 2024 that a gigantic shipwreck had unexpectedly appeared…
Even those who have no interest in shipwrecks or diving are familiar with the Titanic’s…
The lighthouse La Jument is located in Brittany, in Northwestern France. The lighthouse is situated…
Being able to visit this huge tug (110′), the MV Prescotont in Midland, was such a thrill…
The SchoolCraft was a propeller steam screw vessel, launched on April 18, 1884, by Linn…
Edward Jordan was an Irish pirate, fisherman, and rebel who lived in Nova Scotia about…
During the tragic American-led Lady Franklin Bay Expedition in 1881–1884, British North American photographer George…
Package freighter SS Pewabic operated between ports on the Upper Great Lakes. Launched in October…
The Sachem is waiting to be saved from a yacht, having been a Navy ship,…
Polish divers have uncovered a 19th century shipwreck laden with champagne and mineral water that…
Signal Hill is a hill in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada that provides views…
Water gushed into a mystery 13-foot tear in the hull of the freighter Michipicoten, which…
The Lake Michigan Triangle, sometimes known as the Michigan Triangle, is a region in Lake…
The Sinking On November 5th, 1869, the schooner Live Yankee was traveling from Milwaukee to…
The southern shore of Lake Superior between Grand Marais, Michigan, and Whitefish Point is known…
The Ontamich, a small, ferry that formerly ran between Sombra, Ontario, and Marine City, Michigan,…
“We arrived at the location of the SS George Spencer and SS Amboy shipwrecks from…
Cost Of Penalty For Visiting: Up to $1,000 Tillamook Rock Light is an inactive lighthouse on…
The following account was written by my stepdad, Jim Grill, who served as a purser…
The Irish explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton’s last expedition ship, the Quest, has finally been found…
From 1881 until 1906, the steamer SS Princess operated on Lake Winnipeg in Manitoba, Canada.…
Henry Hudson, an English sea explorer and navigator in the early 17th century, is best…
“Based on my research, the Gladstone was brought to Canatara beach in 1923 and deliberately…
The SS Michigan was a passenger steamship that carried passengers across the Great Lakes. When…
Charles Francis Hall (c. 1821 – November 8, 1871) was an American Arctic explorer. He is…
Marcoux vanished from Eastern Passage on his way from Nova Scotia to Bermuda in November…
The Devils Island Light is a lighthouse in Nova Scotia that stands at the eastern…
Fascinating artifacts were collected, and thousands of high-quality images were taken during the twelve-day research…
Myrtle “Molly” Kool (February 23, 1916–February 25, 2009) was a Canadian sea captain. She is…
Have you ever wondered what happens to ships at the end of their lives? For…
Exploring Sunken Treasures and Historical Wrecks Beneath the Waves Introduction Wreck diving, a captivating blend…
The Cape Forchu Lighthouse is situated in the town of Cape Forchu, Nova Scotia. The…