Paul Allen’s research vessel “Petrel” has found USS Hornet (CV-8)
17,500 feet down, with 140 of her crew still aboard. Lost at the Battle of Santa Cruz, the last US fleet carrier lost in combat.
Also here is the first report:
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Michel Verschuere said on February 14, 2019
Amazing find. Thanks to Mr. Paul Allen for bringing light to the Hornet after almost 80 years.
David A. Thomas said on February 14, 2019
Amazing.