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Texas A&M - 200 yr-old Wreck, 4000ft down

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Source: Texas A&M Press Release

Texas A&M Released the Press Release yesterday in regards to the possible 200 year old wreck in 4000 feet of depth in Gulf of Mexico. This recovery will be the deepest shipwreck recovery attempted in the history of Gulf.

The project started on May 22, and the shipwreck found will be significantly important in history. The shipwreck suppsedly is the "Mardi Gras Shipwreck," an 19th Century vessel off of the coast of Louisiana and the update of this project will be available through the website of Florida Public Archaeology Network.

Check out: Texas A&M Press Release

Updates Available from: Florida Public Archaeology Network

Ocean Floor Photo: FPAN Photo Gallery
See what they are SEEING: Video/Commentary of Mardi Gras Project