Shipwrecks of the Pacific Northwest: Tragedies and Legacies of a Perilous Coast

SUBMERGED STORIES FROM THE GRAVEYARD OF THE PACIFIC Over the past 350 years, an untold number of ships have met their end along the northern Oregon and southern Washington coasts. Shipwrecks of the Pacific Northwest investigates some of the most compelling historic shipwrecks-from the infamous to the nearly forgotten. Explore a handful of these vessels, fated to have their final resting place along 150 miles of the rugged Northwest coastline, including near the dangerous mouth of the Columbia River. Combining archaeological analysis and new research, this unique collection uncovers the tales of peril, tragedy, and heroism along with the tangible legacies and an exploration of what remains.

Author: Maritime Archaeological Society
Publisher: Globe Pequot Press
Published: 03/01/2020
Pages: 200
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.10h x 5.90w x 0.70d
ISBN13: 9781493044535
ISBN10: 1493044532
BISAC Categories:
- History | United States | State & Local | Pacific Northwest (OR, WA)
- History | Maritime History & Piracy
- Transportation | Ships & Shipbuilding | History

About the Author
JENNIFER KOZIK is a researcher, grant writer, and maritime archeology volunteer with a background in anthropology. THE MARITIME ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY investigates and documents shipwrecks in the Pacific Northwest and educates the public about the importance of maritime cultural heritage.