National Geographic - The Sea Hunters Set 2 (2005) Part 3 Catherine the Great's Treasure Ship

Plumb the depths of history in risk-filled, real-life underwater expeditions. Explore Earth's last frontier alongside veteran divers as they document historically significant shipwrecks around the globe. Hosted by best-selling author Clive Cussler, renowned storyteller and acclaimed 'Grandmaster of Adventure', and noted marine archaeologist James Delgado, The Sea Hunters takes you to the bottom of the Baltic, Atlantic, and Pacific to look for vessels lost in three centuries–a ship stuffed with masterpieces bound for Catherine the Great's collection, a Confederate raider from the Civil War, the Cunard liner that heroically rescued Titanic survivors, and more. Compelling adventures that include history, science and mystery make up each fascinating episode. Careful never to remove relics from their final resting places, the Sea Hunters record their finds with superb underwater videography, letting you share their sense of discovery. You'll also learn the historical background of each ship and listen in as experts wrestle with the technical challenges of each dive. These six action-packed episodes make you a participant in daring expeditions and a true witness to history.

Part 3 Catherine the Great's Treasure Ship

Laden with artistic masterpieces bound for the Russian empress's collection, the Vrouw Maria sank in 1771 and now lies almost perfectly preserved on the Baltic seabed. Working with the Maritime Museum of Finland, the Sea Hunters attempt to answer key questions Did the paintings survive? And are they salvageable?

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