Fascinated by Shipwrecks Podcast
Dive deep into the fascinating world of maritime archaeology, where science, history, and adventure converge! Join host Kathy A. Smith as she uncovers stories of shipwrecks and the passionate explorers who bring them to light.
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Salvaging the Empress of Ireland in 1914
In this compelling episode, historian David Saint-Pierre delves into his lifelong research on the tragic 1914 sinking of the Empress of Ireland, Canada’s forgotten maritime disaster. Growing up along the St. Lawrence River, David developed a deep fascination for the ship, eventually dedicating …
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