Adventures of a Maritime Archaeologist: What Is Maritime Archaeology?

Scuba diver swimming above a flat surface covered in ocean detritus. Caption: the oceans are a tremendous place to work.

Maritime archaeology is a discipline within archaeology that specifically studies human interaction with oceans, lakes, and rivers through the study of artifacts. Researchers trace the historical aspects of human dependence and influences on bodies of water. Some areas of interest include harvested goods from the sea, fishing techniques, transportation, and water quality. Part of the "Adventures of a Maritime Archaeologist" series.

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  • Adventures of a Maritime Archaeologist: What Is Maritime Archaeology?

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    Video
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    Streaming
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    English Audio Descriptions - Visual, English Captions - Auditory
    Languages:
    English
    License:
    OER
    Author:
    National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
    Length:
    2 minutes