Explore the submerged remnants of the Pacific theatre of WWII, where ships, planes, submarines, and military equipment now rest beneath the ocean's surface. Award-winning photographer Brandi Mueller captures these underwater time capsules in stunning photography, alongside gripping firsthand accounts of diving the wrecks and the stories of how these relics found their final resting places.
Publisher: Permuted Press
Date: 5 November 2024
Hardcover: 144 pages
ISBN-13: 979-8888452042
Available on Amazon
From sunken planes near Guadalcanal and Sherman tanks off the shores of Saipan to forgotten medical bottles inside a ship meant for American soldiers in Vanuatu, WWII has left a wealth of underwater artefacts. The twisted remains of war—symbols of destruction and loss—now serve as vibrant coral reefs, bustling with marine life in the Pacific's depths.
Embark on a journey to little-known destinations like Kwajalein Atoll, renowned dive spots such as Truk Lagoon, Guam where ships from both World Wars meet, and an anchorage in the Philippines, where a fleet of Japanese ships thought they were safe from American forces. Explore the WWII vessels, submarines, and planes at Bikini Atoll, sunk after serving as targets for nuclear tests during Operation Crossroads.
This exploration of history will transport you to extraordinary sites, featuring breathtaking imagery and compelling personal stories from these remarkable underwater museums.
