Maritime archaeology : Australian approaches
Maritime archaeology and underwater cultural heritage management have become well established over the past twenty years or so in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly in Australia. During that period Australian researchers and underwater cultural heritage managers have conducted a significant number of important maritime archaeological investigations and have developed innovative approaches to the discipline. The areas that are discussed within this book include shipwrecks and abandoned vessels, underwater site formation processes, maritime infrastructure and industries such as whaling, submerged aircraft and Australian Indigenous sites underwater. The application of National and State legislation and management regimes to these underwater cultural heritage sites are also highlighted, together with the important role of avocational divers and training programs in raising the profile of underwater and maritime heritage sites
Print Book, English, 2008
Springer, New York, 2008