Fatal Dive

Author : Peter F. Stevens
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2012-07-16
Category : History
ISBN : 9781596987685

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Fatal Dive by Peter F. Stevens Pdf

Fatal Dive: Solving the World War II Mystery of the USS Grunion by Peter F. Stevens reveals the incredible true story of the search for and discovery of the USS Grunion. Discovered in 2006 after a decades-long, high-risk search by the Abele brothers—whose father commanded the submarine and met his untimely death aboard it—one question remained: what sank the USS Grunion? Was it a round from a Japanese ship, a catastrophic mechanical failure, or something else—one of the sub’s own torpedoes? For almost half the war, submarine skippers’ complaints about the MK 14 torpedo’s dangerous flaws were ignored by naval brass, who sent the subs out with the defective weapon. Fatal Dive is the first book that documents the entire saga of the ship and its crew and provides compelling evidence that the Grunion was a victim of “The Great Torpedo Scandal of 1941-43.” Fatal Dive finally lays to rest one of World War II’s greatest mysteries.

Author : Peter Stevens
Publisher : Regnery Publishing
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2012-07-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781596987678

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Fatal Dive by Peter Stevens Pdf

Discusses how the family of Commander Jim Abele found the long lost USS Grunion, a Naval submarine that disappeared in 1942.

Author : Bernie Chowdhury
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2012-01-03
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780062196828

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The Last Dive by Bernie Chowdhury Pdf

“Superbly written and action-packed, The Last Dive ranks with such adventure classics as The Perfect Storm and Into Thin Air.”—Tampa Tribune Spurred on by a fatal combination of obsession and ambition, Chris and Chrisy Rouse, an experienced father-son scuba diving team, hoped to achieve wide-spread recognition for their outstanding and controversial diving skills by solving the secrets of a mysterious, undocumented, World War II German U-boat that lay only a half day’s mission from New York Harbor. The Rouses found the ultimate cost of chasing their personal challenge: death from what divers dread the most—decompression sickness, or “the bends.” In this gripping recounting of their tragedy, author Bernie Chowdhury, himself an expert diver, explores the thrill-seeking, high-risk world of deep sea diving, its legendary figures, most celebrated triumphs, and notorious tragedies.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Divers
ISBN : UCSD:31822009729179

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U.S. Underwater Diving Fatality Statistics by Anonim Pdf

Author : Robert Osborne
Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2020-11-10
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781771603560

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The Third Dive by Robert Osborne Pdf

Based on the provocative film documentary of the same name, The Third Dive investigates the shocking death of a world-renowned conservation activist. When experienced diver and award-winning filmmaker Rob Stewart (Sharkwater and Sharkwater: Extinction) drowned while diving off the coast of the Florida Keys in 2017, it was a shock to the world's environmental movement. Reports suggested that Stewart was encouraged to perform a dangerous and ultimately fatal dive by a reckless Svengali-like instructor named Peter Sotis. Some bloggers went so far as to report that Sotis survived the dive by clawing his way onto the boat first, leaving Stewart to drown. A civil case was launched which directed blame at Horizon Divers, the company that had taken Stewart out on the dive. The allegation was that they had not done their jobs properly and left him to die in the water. Through interviews and investigative reporting, The Third Dive is a compelling read that attempts to uncover the mysterious and disturbing circumstances surrounding Rob Stewart's untimely death.

Author : Hilbert van Nydeck Schenck,John J. McAniff
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Divers
ISBN : UIUC:30112041630911

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United States Underwater Fatality Statistics by Hilbert van Nydeck Schenck,John J. McAniff Pdf

Author : Hilbert van Nydeck Schenck,John J. McAniff
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Underwater physiology
ISBN : PSU:000072022863

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United States Underwater Fatality Statistics, 1973 by Hilbert van Nydeck Schenck,John J. McAniff Pdf

Author : Steven M. Barsky,Tom S. Neuman
Publisher : Hammerhead Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0967430534

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Investigating Recreational and Commercial Diving Accidents by Steven M. Barsky,Tom S. Neuman Pdf

Author : Burkhard Madea
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 1312 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2014-03-17
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781118570623

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Handbook of Forensic Medicine by Burkhard Madea Pdf

Forensic Medicine encompasses all areas in which medicine and law interact. This book covers diverse aspects of forensic medicine including forensic pathology, traumatology and violent death, sudden and unexpected death, clinical forensic medicine, toxicology, traffic medicine, identification, haemogenetics and medical law. A knowledge of all these subdisciplines is necessary in order to solve routine as well as more unusual cases. Taking a comprehensive approach the book m.oves beyond a focus on forensic pathology to include clinical forensic medicine and forensic toxicology. All aspects of forensic medicine are covered to meet the specialist needs of daily casework. Aspects of routine analysis and quality control are addressed in each chapter. The book provides coverage of the latest developments in forensic molecular biology, forensic toxicology, molecular pathology and immunohistochemistry. A must-have reference for every specialist in the field this book is set to become the bench-mark for the international forensic medical community.

Author : Jennifer Cooke,Lindsay Simpson
Publisher : Macmillan Publishers Aus.
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2010-09-01
Category : True Crime
ISBN : 9781742622354

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Honeymoon Dive by Jennifer Cooke,Lindsay Simpson Pdf

At 10.42 a.m. on 22 October 2003, while diving on the wreck of the SS Yongala on the Great Barrier Reef, an American tourist photographed his new wife for their honeymoon album. Instead the photo would become a vital police exhibit. On the right-hand side of the shot, Tina Watson's body lay 27 metres down on the ocean floor, one arm outstretched, reaching upwards. This is the photograph that shocked millions across Australia and the US. How could a healthy young woman have died, a mere seven minutes into her dive, when Gabe Watson, her buddy and husband of only eleven days, was a certified rescue diver? And why did he later relay sixteen different versions of what happened that day to other divers, police, friends and family? Did he cold-bloodedly shut off her air or did he panic after claiming her flailing arms dislodged his mask and regulator? When he ascended to the surface, was it to get help or to callously abandon his bride to her ultimate fate? These remain the captivating questions at the heart of this true-life thriller. Researched across two continents, Honeymoon Dive is in turns disturbing and enthralling as it painstakingly reconstructs events behind one of Australia's most darkly fascinating tragedies.

Author : Kate Fitz-Gibbon,Asher Flynn
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-02-14
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781443846318

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A Second Chance for Justice by Kate Fitz-Gibbon,Asher Flynn Pdf

Tina Thomas would have been turning 35 on the day that her husband of less than two weeks stood trial for her murder in the Jefferson County Courthouse in Birmingham, Alabama, US. Eight years and almost four months had passed since Tina died on her honeymoon, while scuba diving near the SS Yongala wreck on the Great Barrier Reef in Northern Queensland, Australia. During this period, there had been extensive police investigations conducted by local, state and federal agencies in Queensland and...

Author : United States. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Office of Undersea Research
Publisher : Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Ocean Service Office of R
Page : 630 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Science
ISBN : UIUC:30112002000823

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NOAA Diving Manual by United States. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Office of Undersea Research Pdf

Author : John Newman
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2011-05-09
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781118069158

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Scuba Diving and Snorkeling For Dummies by John Newman Pdf

For millions of Americans, diving offers the chance to get away from everyday life and enter a world of stunning natural beauty and fascinating complexity. And getting started is a breeze! Anyone can learn to dive safely and explore the world’s wondrous oceans – all it takes is a little training and basic equipment. Scuba Diving & Snorkeling For Dummies presents all the fundamentals for anyone interested in getting dive certified or just looking for good snorkeling while on vacation. Written by PADI-Certified diver John Newman, this friendly guide covers everything you need to know to: Get certified Plan a great diving trip Save money on equipment Dive or snorkel safely This user-friendly guide starts by helping you evaluate your underwater skills and walking you step by step through a typical certification program. Once you're certified, it helps you pick a dive site, purchase and set up your equipment, and take care of any fears you might have. Then you'll discover what to expect on your first dive – from which creatures are dangerous to how to protect fragile sea life. Scuba Diving & Snorkeling For Dummies also covers these topics and more: Free diving Special breathing techniques Emergency procedures How to avoid the bends Handling dive anxiety The physics and chemistry of diving Staying healthy on dive trips Ocean ecosystems Rip tides and tidal waves Ten great dive destinations In addition to beautiful full-color photography and all the information you need to plan a dive trip, the book also includes a handy appendix of dive organizations and publications, as well as a CD-ROM sampler from PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors). Whether you're a novice diver or an old hand, Scuba Diving & Snorkeling For Dummies is perfect for anyone who wants to see the beauty of the ocean from a fish's point of view. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Author : Ibukun J. Adewumi,Andrei Polejack,Joanna Vince,Maree E. Fudge
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2023-12-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832540251

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Blue Economy and Ocean Sustainable Development in a Globalised World: Social, Political, Economic and Environmental Issues by Ibukun J. Adewumi,Andrei Polejack,Joanna Vince,Maree E. Fudge Pdf

In the last decade, the concept of a Blue Economy has ignited a deep theoretical debate. Ranging from the integration of the triple bottom line of sustainability to the optimization of profit from ocean exploitation, the meaning of the term blue economy differs considerably between epistemic communities and even more so among national and regional policies. There is a general sense of the opportunity to realise enhanced social and economic benefits from the sustainable utilisation of their ocean and coastal resources under the umbrella framework of blue economy. Blue economy is gaining traction already as a significant component of national policies, even in spite of a clear conceptualization of the term. Many countries are now preparing national policies towards realising their blue economy ambitions, utilizing the concept as they see fit. Likewise, multilateral and regional organisations are developing guidelines, and providing investment in new research, technologies, and financing tools that promote blue economy. Critical challenges abound, in particular in less privileged countries. These include the gap in research capabilities, governments prioritizing social wellbeing and economic profit in contrast to environmental protection, the identification of new and emerging areas of ocean economic activity that are both socially and ecologically sustainable and holds viable business models that can attract private investment.

Author : Simon Mills
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2019-03-07
Category : History
ISBN : 9781472954916

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Exploring the Britannic by Simon Mills Pdf

Launched in 1914, two years after the ill-fated voyage of her sister ship, RMS Titanic, the Britannic was intended to be superior to her tragic twin in every way. But war intervened and in 1915 she was requisitioned as a hospital ship. Just one year later, while on her way to collect troops wounded in the Balkans campaign, she fell victim to a mine laid by a German U-boat and tragically sank in the middle of the Aegean Sea. There her wreck lay, at a depth of 400 feet, until it was discovered 59 years later by legendary explorer Jacques Cousteau. In 1996 the wreck was bought by the author of this book, Simon Mills. Exploring the Britannic tells the complete story of this enigmatic ship: her construction, launch and life, her fateful last voyage, and the historical findings resulting from the exploration of the well-preserved wreck over a period of 40 years. With remarkable sonar scans and many never before seen photographs of the wreck, plus the original Harland & Wolff ship plans, not previously published in their entirety, Exploring the Britannic finally details how the mysteries surrounding the 100-year-old enigma were laid to rest, and what the future might also hold for her.