Researchers Mentioned in Discovery News Shipwreck Story
Two UMaine researchers affiliated with the Darling Marine Center in Walpole were mentioned in a Discovery News report about an 18th century sailing vessel found during excavations at the World Trade Center site. The story mentioned marine biologist and Darling Center Director Kevin Eckelbarger had identified the shell morphology in the bored-out timbers of the wood planks, and had extensive comments from marine archaeologist Warren Riess, who discussed how most vessels of the time were built and offered theories about the vessel’s purpose. For more information about Riess’ research into the vessel, see a UMaine Today story.
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