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The Salvage of the Century is a detailed account of the greatest and most famous salvage ever carried out by divers. The HMS Edinburgh was torpedoed and sunk in 1942 while returning from escorting a convoy of military equipment to Russia. The Edinburgh was carrying 51/2 tons of Russian gold bullion on its way to the USA as payment for the supplies. She sunk in 803840 feet of water, beyond the reach of divers, and was forgotten until deep diving technology developed for the North Sea oil industry brought the wreck and its treasure into the reach of divers. The book recounts the history of the sinking, the development of the deep diving technology, dealings with the British government, and the methods used to salvage L50,000,000 in gold bullion by Wharton Williams, Ltd. This was the largest and most spectacular salvage operation carried out this century and should be read by every diver.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'The Salvage of the Century'? A: 'The Salvage of the Century' details the salvage operation of the HMS Edinburgh, which sank in 1942 carrying gold bullion. It covers the history of the sinking, the technological advancements in deep diving, and the successful recovery of the treasure.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Ric Wharton, who provides a comprehensive account of the salvage operation.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This product is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it may show some signs of wear but is still intact and readable.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'The Salvage of the Century' consists of 198 pages, providing an in-depth look at the salvage operation.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, making it durable and suitable for long-term use.
- Q: When was 'The Salvage of the Century' published? A: The book was published on July 1, 2000.
- Q: Is this book suitable for divers? A: Yes, the book is particularly recommended for divers, as it recounts historical salvage operations and advancements in diving technology.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Edition of 'The Salvage of the Century'.
- Q: What genre does this book fall under? A: 'The Salvage of the Century' is categorized under History, specifically focusing on maritime salvage.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the HMS Edinburgh's sinking, the recovery of its treasure, and insights into the challenges and technologies involved in deep-sea salvaging.