Pacific War Wrecks
Synopsis
3 million combatants died during the Pacific War, which also saw the destruction of 3,000 ships, many of which remain lost beneath the ocean.
Synopsis
Rob Kraft and his team aboard the Research Vessel Petrel search for shipwrecks in the Coral Sea, 500 miles east of Australia. Their mission, funded by the late Paul G Allen, focuses on significant vessels from the Pacific War. Among the wrecks is the USS Indianapolis, known for its tragic fate after delivering components for the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima. The expedition uses advanced technology to document these submerged ships and reveal their historical significance in World War II.
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Why Watch
- Find out how the Petrel locates lost warships in the Coral Sea.
- See the tragic story of the USS Indianapolis and its captain's court-martial.
- Meet veteran marine explorer Rob Kraft and his crew of wreck-hunters.
Did You Know
- The Pacific Ocean spans 60 million square miles, making it the largest mass of water on the planet.
- The USS Indianapolis disaster resulted in 600 men perishing over four days, marking the deadliest single-ship disaster in US Naval history.
- The attack on Pearl Harbor led to the destruction of 3,000 ships and the deaths of 3 million combatants.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the deadliest single-ship disaster in US Naval History?
The USS Indianapolis disaster, where 600 of the 900 men who made it into the water perished over four days from exhaustion and dehydration.
Who funded the project to locate lost warships in the Pacific?
The project was funded by Microsoft co-founder Paul G Allen in honor of his father's service in World War II.
What was the size and capability of the USS Lexington?
The USS Lexington was 900 feet long and capable of launching over sixty warplanes.
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