Shipwreck Research Presentations Wreck Site Mapping Field School
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Dan Lieb: Shipwreck Diver
I have led and participated in dozens of archaeological expeditions in New Jersey and the surrounding region for more than 30 years mapping shipwrecks. My enthusiasm for local maritime history allows me to identify shipwrecks in NJ waters. I hold a PADI Divemaster rating and have logged over 2,300 dives since 1974.
Services Offered
Guest Speaker & Lectures
Shipwreck Research & Identification
Site Plans & Artifact Recording
Lectures and presentations offered include shipwreck history, wreck site identification, and classroom instruction on several topics.
Site Plans & Artifact Recording
Shipwreck Research & Identification
Site Plans & Artifact Recording
I record wreck sites for archaeologists, including artifacts found at the sites recorded in situ or after recovery.
Shipwreck Research & Identification
Shipwreck Research & Identification
Shipwreck Research & Identification
Research includes investigation of wreck sites and recovered artifacts and recommendations on conservation.
Field School & Classroom
Shipwreck Research & Identification
Shipwreck Research & Identification
I teach wreck site and artifact recording using classical methods to more up-to-date technology. Contact me for my field school schedule.
Presentations & Lectures
New Jersey Shipwrecks
Robert J. Walker Mapping Expedition
New Jersey Shipwrecks
This presentation covers nearly 300 years of shipwreck activity in New Jersey waters including both World Wars.
The Manasquan Wreck
Robert J. Walker Mapping Expedition
New Jersey Shipwrecks
This wreck defied identification for decades until local divers fit together the clues revealing its true name.
The Bell Holder Wreck
Robert J. Walker Mapping Expedition
Robert J. Walker Mapping Expedition
Originally named Ruth's Barge, archived documents and a detailed site plan pointed to the wreck's name and history.
Robert J. Walker Mapping Expedition
Robert J. Walker Mapping Expedition
Robert J. Walker Mapping Expedition
A carefully planned expedition revealed information supporting the identity of a site known locally as the $25 Wreck.
The John K. Shaw Tragedy
The John K. Shaw Tragedy
The John K. Shaw Tragedy
A desire to visit something new triggers an expedition to identify a wreck and reveal a tragic hit-and-run at sea.
The Cadet
The John K. Shaw Tragedy
The John K. Shaw Tragedy
An investigation into The Three American Barges identifys two shipwrecks and reveal the mystery of a third.
The Logwood Wreck
The John K. Shaw Tragedy
The Cecilia M. Dunlap
A wreck site reveals its identity after careful examination of its cargo, shipboard items and location is analyzed.
The Cecilia M. Dunlap
The John K. Shaw Tragedy
The Cecilia M. Dunlap
The recovery of a 1-ton heat exchanger helps reveal the history and background of a rarely dived shipwreck.