Maritime archaeology with a range of relevant case studies

This is a short overview of maritime archaeology as well as protection of its heritage. This is illustrated by a range of informative case studies.

Maritime archaeology with a range of relevant case studies

Content Index:

Maritime archaeology
Maritime archaeology - Introduction
Introduction
Maritime archaeology and underwater archaeology
Keith Muckelroy - maritime, nautical and underwater archaeology
Exercises
Exercises
Exercises
Types of maritime heritage
Submerged Prehistoric Archaeology and Landscapes of the Continental Shelf
The maritime cultural landscape
Ports and harbor-cities
Treasures
Exercises
Archaeological maritime techniques
Research of archive
Invasive and non-invasive archaeological research
Using the appropriate tool
Correct documentation, digital photography and filming
Invasive methods in underwater archaeology
Exercises
Monitoring, protection and management of maritime heritage
Monitoring of maritime heritage
Protection of maritime heritage
Management of maritime heritage
Legal framework in maritime archaeology
Five different areas in the World’s aquifers
The Salvage Law and National regulations concerning maritime heritage
Convention for the Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage (UNESCO)
The European Convention on the Protection of the Archaeological Heritage
Contract work in maritime archaeology
Exercises
Exercises
Bibliography
Case Study: Vasa – a Swedish warship from 1628
Introduction
Discovery, excavation and exhibition
A snapshot of daily life
The conservation problem
References
Case Study: Vasa – a Swedish warship from 1628 – Further Reading
Further Reading
Case Study: IJsselmeerpolders
Introduction
Zuider Zee
IJsselmeerpolders
Ensilage
References and links
Case Study: Ijsselmeerpolders - Further Reading
Further Reading
Case Study: Urbieta’s shipwreck - Recuperating a 15th century ship in the Basque Country
Introduction
The shipwreck
Excavation and extraction
Treatment and Reconstruction of the Hull Shape
Conclusion
References
Case Study: Maritime Archaeology in the United Kingdom
Maritime Archaeology in the UK
References