East coast wrecks: New Jersey's USS Algol

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The USS Algol was sunk last Nov 21, 1992 to serve as an artificial reef in Shark River, New Jersey. The sinking is part of a project of the New Jersey Department of Fish, Game and Wildlife. The ship is expected to attract marine life and soon become a famous dive site.

Author: Segars, Herb
Installation, New Jersey, Artificial reefs

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Delaware's International Commercial Diving Institute

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The International Commercial Diving Institute in Wilmington, DE, produces highly qualified commercial divers in a short period of time. The school is reasonably priced and features advanced equipment and the latest information on diving techniques.

Author: Segars, Herb
Schools, Wilmington, Delaware

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New Jersey's Gulftrade: wartime tragedy is marinelife boon

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The oil tanker Gulftrade sank off the coast of Barnegat Inlet, NJ, on Mar 9, 1942. Since then, the shipwreck has become the home of abundant marine populations such as lobster, Black Sea bass, ling, blackfish and winter flounder.

Author: Segars, Herb
Environmental aspects, Abstract, Accidents, Tankers, Tankers (Ships)

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