The archaeology of American shipwrecks / Della A. Scott-Ireton and Jennifer F. McKinnon ; foreword by Michael S. Nassaney and Krysta Ryzewski

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Scott-Ireton, Della A., author.

McKinnon, Jennifer F. (Jennifer Faith), 1974- author.

Nassaney, Michael S., author of foreword.

Ryzewski, Krysta, author of foreword.

Series:

American experience in archaeological perspective

The American experience in archaeological perspective

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Shipwrecks--America.

Shipwrecks.

Shipwrecks--United States--History.

Underwater archaeology--United States.

Underwater archaeology.

America.

United States.

Genre:

History

Physical Description:

1 online resource : illustrations

black and white

illustrations

Place of Publication:

Gainesville : University Press of Florida, [2026]

Summary:

"Highlighting the essential role of watercraft in United States history, this book demonstrates how the study of submerged sites contributes to a deeper understanding of the nation's past and reveals how maritime archaeologists locate, document, and preserve these important sites"-- Provided by publisher

"Uncovering America's past through the archaeology of its shipwrecksThe Archaeology of American Shipwrecks highlights the essential role of watercraft in United States history and demonstrates how the study of submerged sites contributes to a deeper understanding of the nation's past. Combining evidence from shipwreck excavations with historical documentation, this volume reveals how maritime archaeologists locate, document, and preserve these important sites.This book examines a variety of vessels through time, including Indigenous-built dugout canoes, colonial ships that brought Europeans to the Americas, ships created for the whaling industry, and modern ships built for coastal defense. By tracing the role of watercraft in exploration, commerce, warfare, and expansion, it underscores the pivotal influence of maritime transport well into the twentieth century. Providing an overview of major discoveries along with little-known and previously unpublished research and discussing technological advances, new and evolving methodologies, and ethical issues relevant to the field, this book is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the dynamic story of America's waterways"-- Provided by publisher

Contents:

Introduction : The archaeology of American shipwrecks

Resources and transportation : Indigenous ingenuity

Exploration and colonization : European incursion

Trade and commerce : American expansion

Warfare and conflict : American competition

Industry and enterprise : American foundation

Conclusion : The future of American shipwrecks

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index

Online resource; title from PDF title page (JSTOR, viewed July 20, 2026)

Other Format:

Print version: Scott-Ireton, Della A. Archaeology of American shipwrecks

ISBN:

9780813074368

0813074363

9780813075495

0813075491

OCLC:

1601197899

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license