The Shipwreck of the SS American Star
July 8, 2025
How a historic vessel sunk near a rocky shore in the Canary Islands.
How a historic vessel sunk near a rocky shore in the Canary Islands.
The Portland Gale claimed more than 400 lives, and it remained the most intense storm on record in New England until the Blizzard of 1978.
The vessel was located in 1,280 feet of water off the coast of Canada, where it sank in 1962
The shipwreck remains found off the coast of Rhode Island were thought to be those of the HMS Endeavour. Now, new evidence suggests that could be true.
Anthony Clake has been revealed to be one of the leading funders of deep-sea treasure hunts in the world.
American treasure hunter John Brandon works as a salvor for Spanish ships that sunk in a 1715 hurricane off the coast of Florida.
Shipwrecks were a common occurrence during the age of sail, what with thousands of vessels plying America’s inland and coastal waters. But there were shipwrecks
In April 1912, Charles Sedgwick, a 25-year-old engineer from Liverpool, had been married for only a week to Adelaide. They were about to emigrate from
An expert can uncover problems before they turn serious and expensive.
There’s no better time than autumn to visit New York Harbor and then cruise north for leaf peeping
A beloved skiff is back in production, bringing a storied Martha’s Vineyard design and its enduring workboat heritage to a new generation of boaters.
The unassuming flatfish is a remarkable hunter that anglers obsess over.
Brechin Morgan draws inspiration from a lifetime on the water, from working aboard rugged commercial vessels to sailing solo around the world in a 27-foot boat.
A maritime attorney offers advice for buyers who lay down deposits for new builds.
Mario Vittone’s excellent adventure from Maine to Washington on an FPB 64.
John Pierce Rousmaniere, sailor, historian, advocate for safety at sea and 2020 National Sailing Hall of Fame inductee, whose books became essential reading for generations
Don’t miss these new models arriving at boat shows this season.
The Formula 387CCF’s upper station adds a new perspective for anglers, but it’s the boat’s ride and versatile design that steal the show.
