Explore the uncharted depths of the past in the captivating issue of Lost History: Secrets of the Deep. Embark on a thrilling journey through time as we uncover hidden treasures, forgotten civilizations, and enigmatic artifacts from beneath the world's oceans and waterways. In this issue, immerse yourself in the mysteries of the deep and discover incredible stories that have long been concealed beneath the waves. Venture into the realm of maritime history as we explore legendary shipwrecks, including Ernest Shackleton’s famous Endeavorand a 2,400-year-old Greek fishing boat. Learn about the challenges faced by archaeologists in preserving these underwater time capsules and how they provide invaluable insights into the past. Uncover precious relics and artifacts that have been entombed in watery depths for centuries. From ancient treasures salvaged from sunken galleons to mysterious statues emerging from the sea floor, these artifacts reveal fascinating glimpses into forgotten cultures and their intricate craftsmanship. Dive into the secrets of sunken cities such as Thonis-Heracleion and Alexandria, Egypt, Port Royal, Jamaica, and Doggerland, which lies between Scandinavia and the northern UK, and unravel the mysteries behind their disappearance. We'll explore the cutting-edge technologies and techniques used to rediscover these ancient metropolises and piece together the fascinating stories of their rise and fall—and offer a glimpse into which of our modern metropolises might be next. Don’t miss this captivating edition of Lost History: Secrets of the Deep, where the past comes alive beneath the waves. Pick up your copy today and join us on an extraordinary expedition to uncover the lost secrets of our submerged heritage.
• SECRETS OF THE DEEP • LOST HISTORY
1 Most Significant SHIPWRECK DISCOVERIES of the Past Decade • Thanks to new technology, the secrets of ships that were once thought lost forever are now being dragged from the deep.
Still-Lost Shipwrecks
2 Science of WRECK HUNTING • From satellites to underwater robots, modern science is making it easier than ever to find and preserve shipwrecks.
3 America’s FORGOTTEN HISTORY • Black and African SCUBA divers are piecing together a new narrative of America’s dark past through efforts to discover long-lost slave shipwrecks.
4 The EXPERT MARINERS of Polynesia • History’s most prolific sailors were finding and settling remote islands across millions of square miles of open ocean long before Europeans lost sight of shore.
5 Legend of the SEA PEOPLES • What we know about the seafaring confederation that supposedly helped bring about the worst disaster in ancient history.
6 The GREATEST PIRATE Who Ever Lived Was a Chinese Woman • Zheng Yi Sao has been deemed the most successful pirate in history, but her legacy lives in relative obscurity.
Powerful Women Who Ruled the High Seas
7 10 Cities BURIED UNDER THE SEA • The world’s biggest museum lies beneath the waves, where real-life Atlantises are time capsules from another age.
Modern Metropolises at Risk
Lost History
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