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Underwater Wrecks Museum Salvaged Sherman tank
War wrecks in French waters became the property of the French Government and millions of tons of scrap iron were recovered by specialised firms. In 1970 the clearing was handed to Jaques Lemonchois and this musuem has a selection of what he found - parts of ships, tanks, torpedoes, mines etc Date: 2009
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In this underwater photograph, a salvaged Sherman tank rests on the ocean floor, surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of the French Mediterranean. This historic military artifact is part of the impressive collection at the Underwater Wrecks Museum, located in the southern French region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the rich maritime history hidden beneath the waves. In the late 1960s and 1970s, war wrecks in French waters became the property of the French Government. Millions of tons of scrap iron were recovered by specialized firms, who meticulously salvaged various vessels and military equipment from the depths. In 1970, the clearing of these underwater ruins was handed over to Jacques Lemonchois, a passionate marine archaeologist and historian. Lemonchois established the Underwater Wrecks Museum, which showcases an extensive selection of the salvaged treasures. The collection includes parts of ships, tanks, torpedoes, mines, and other military remnants. This unique museum offers visitors a rare opportunity to explore the history of naval warfare and the underwater world, providing an intriguing blend of military history and marine archaeology. The photograph captures the serene beauty of the underwater environment, contrasting the industrial relics that lie beneath the surface. The Sherman tank, once a symbol of military might, now rests peacefully on the ocean floor, becoming a part of the marine ecosystem and a testament to the enduring allure of the underwater world.
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