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Exploring the "Ghost Ship of the Pacific" and historic shipwrecks

From ghost ships to treasures

Exploring the "Ghost Ship of the Pacific" and historic shipwrecks
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João Curro
09/05/2025 08:00 ‧ 1 month ago | StarsInsider

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History and archaeology enthusiasts, treasure hunters, and divers all love a good shipwreck! Indeed, we have been using vessels for millennia; they have been instrumental for our survival and our fun, from battles to travel. It's safe to say that our oceans are full of shipwrecks. Some have been found, and some have been explored, but many remain untouched.

One such shipwreck, the USS Stewart, has long been shrouded in mystery. Known as the “Ghost Ship of the Pacific,” its exact location remained elusive for over 75 years. However, recent sonar scans have finally revealed the remains of this historic vessel. Found off the coast of California, the ship is largely intact, despite being damaged in combat against Japanese forces in 1942. Curious about the sunken treasures of the deep? Dive into this gallery to explore the most mysterious shipwrecks in history.

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