Dive into the hidden depths of Lake George, where a world of shipwrecks and lost history awaits. While the surface of the lake buzzes with boaters, swimmers, and fishermen, beneath the waves lies a treasure trove of submerged secrets and remnants of the region's rich naval heritage.

Explore the enigmatic world of Lake George's shipwrecks, where echoes of the past come to life. Discover the legendary Land Tortoise radeau, a significant vessel that met its watery grave in 1758. Uncover the stories behind other wrecks, including the steam yacht Ellide and the iconic Minne-Ha-Ha, which holds a special place in the hearts of many.

But the mysteries of Lake George go beyond shipwrecks. Delve into the unexplained disappearance of two hunters in 1926, a puzzle that has intrigued and puzzled for decades. Join underwater archaeologist Joseph W. Zarzynski and archeological diver Bob Benway as they unveil the most captivating discoveries from over two hundred known shipwreck sites scattered across the lake's bottomlands.

Through years of exploration and meticulous research, Zarzynski and Benway bring to light the intriguing tales and hidden treasures that lie beneath the surface. Their expertise and passion for uncovering Lake George's submerged history will leave you captivated and yearning for more.

Prepare to be immersed in a world of underwater exploration and historical intrigue. Join us as we unveil the secrets of Lake George's shipwrecks and lost history, a testament to the enduring allure of this quintessentially Adirondack treasure. #LakeGeorgeShipwrecks #HiddenHistory #UnderwaterExploration

Details
  • Pages: 160
  • Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
  • Imprint: The History Press
  • Series: Disaster
  • Publication Date: 1st April 2011
  • Illustrations Note: Black and White
  • ISBN: 9781609492205
  • Format: Paperback
About the Author
Underwater archaeologist Joseph W. Zarzynski has a bachelor of arts degree in history from Ithaca College (1973), a master of arts in teaching degree in social sciences from Binghamton University (1975) and a master of arts degree in archaeology and heritage from the University of Leicester, United Kingdom (2001). He is co-founder and executive director of Bateaux Below, Inc., a not-for-profit corporation that studies historic shipwrecks in Lake George, New York. Mr. Zarzynski has had nearly two hundred articles and professional papers published in newspapers, magazines and professional journals. He is the author of two books on underwater mysteries and also co-author of a young adult book on Lake George's 1758 Land Tortoise radeau shipwreck. He is also an awardwinning documentary film writer and is one of the executive producers for three documentary productions: The Lost Radeau: North America's Oldest Intact Warship (2005, Pepe Productions), Wooden Bones: The Sunken Fleet of 1758 (2010, Pepe Productions and Bateaux Below, Inc.) and Search for the Jefferson Davis: Trader, Slaver, Raider (2011, Pepe Productions). A native of Endicott, New York, Mr. Zarzynski resides with his wife, Pat Meaney, in the Saratoga Springs, New York area. Bob Benway is a native of Glens Falls, New York, and he resides in nearby Queensbury, eight miles from Lake George. Mr. Benway is a trustee of Bateaux Below, Inc., and also is vice-president of the Lake George Historical Association. Mr. Benway has been scuba diving in Lake George for four decades and is an accomplished underwater photographer and videographer. His underwater photographs have appeared in many publications, and Mr. Benway's underwater video has also been featured in two shipwreck documentaries. The co-authors were part of the team that discovered the 1758 Land Tortoise radeau shipwreck in Lake George on June 26, 1990. The Land Tortoise radeau warship has been called North America's oldest intact warship.

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 Dive into the hidden depths of Lake George, where a world of shipwrecks and lost history awaits. While the surface of the lake buzzes with boaters, swimmers, and fishermen, beneath the waves lies a treasure trove of submerged secrets and remnants of the region's rich naval heritage.

Explore the enigmatic world of Lake George's shipwrecks, where echoes of the past come to life. Discover the legendary Land Tortoise radeau, a significant vessel that met its watery grave in 1758. Uncover the stories behind other wrecks, including the steam yacht Ellide and the iconic Minne-Ha-Ha, which holds a special place in the hearts of many.

But the mysteries of Lake George go beyond shipwrecks. Delve into the unexplained disappearance of two hunters in 1926, a puzzle that has intrigued and puzzled for decades. Join underwater archaeologist Joseph W. Zarzynski and archeological diver Bob Benway as they unveil the most captivating discoveries from over two hundred known shipwreck sites scattered across the lake's bottomlands.

Through years of exploration and meticulous research, Zarzynski and Benway bring to light the intriguing tales and hidden treasures that lie beneath the surface. Their expertise and passion for uncovering Lake George's submerged history will leave you captivated and yearning for more.

Prepare to be immersed in a world of underwater exploration and historical intrigue. Join us as we unveil the secrets of Lake George's shipwrecks and lost history, a testament to the enduring allure of this quintessentially Adirondack treasure. #LakeGeorgeShipwrecks #HiddenHistory #UnderwaterExploration

Details
  • Pages: 160
  • Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
  • Imprint: The History Press
  • Series: Disaster
  • Publication Date: 1st April 2011
  • Illustrations Note: Black and White
  • ISBN: 9781609492205
  • Format: Paperback
About the Author
Underwater archaeologist Joseph W. Zarzynski has a bachelor of arts degree in history from Ithaca College (1973), a master of arts in teaching degree in social sciences from Binghamton University (1975) and a master of arts degree in archaeology and heritage from the University of Leicester, United Kingdom (2001). He is co-founder and executive director of Bateaux Below, Inc., a not-for-profit corporation that studies historic shipwrecks in Lake George, New York. Mr. Zarzynski has had nearly two hundred articles and professional papers published in newspapers, magazines and professional journals. He is the author of two books on underwater mysteries and also co-author of a young adult book on Lake George's 1758 Land Tortoise radeau shipwreck. He is also an awardwinning documentary film writer and is one of the executive producers for three documentary productions: The Lost Radeau: North America's Oldest Intact Warship (2005, Pepe Productions), Wooden Bones: The Sunken Fleet of 1758 (2010, Pepe Productions and Bateaux Below, Inc.) and Search for the Jefferson Davis: Trader, Slaver, Raider (2011, Pepe Productions). A native of Endicott, New York, Mr. Zarzynski resides with his wife, Pat Meaney, in the Saratoga Springs, New York area. Bob Benway is a native of Glens Falls, New York, and he resides in nearby Queensbury, eight miles from Lake George. Mr. Benway is a trustee of Bateaux Below, Inc., and also is vice-president of the Lake George Historical Association. Mr. Benway has been scuba diving in Lake George for four decades and is an accomplished underwater photographer and videographer. His underwater photographs have appeared in many publications, and Mr. Benway's underwater video has also been featured in two shipwreck documentaries. The co-authors were part of the team that discovered the 1758 Land Tortoise radeau shipwreck in Lake George on June 26, 1990. The Land Tortoise radeau warship has been called North America's oldest intact warship.