Mysterious Sinking of World War I U.S. Warship USS San Diego Uncovered

Explore the fascinating investigation into the sinking of the USS San Diego, the only major U.S. warship lost during World War I. This 50-minute press conference from the AGU Fall Meeting 2018 delves into the century-old mystery surrounding the ship's demise off the coast of Long Island in 1918. Learn how a multi-partner research team used advanced mapping techniques, preservation assessments, and sinking simulations to uncover the likely cause of the explosion that sank the 15,000-ton armored cruiser. Hear from experts Alexis Catsambis, Ken Nahshon, and Arthur Trembanis as they discuss their findings, debunk previous theories, and reveal the weapon that most likely led to the loss of six sailors from the ship's 1,200-member crew. Gain insights into this significant piece of naval history and the cutting-edge methods used to solve a century-old maritime mystery.