The Practical Mariner
The Practical Mariner Project explores the ancient sailing world in the Mediterranean from the perspective of mariners and their practical needs. We use GIS models, spatial databases, and maritime field surveys to better understand connections between ancient seafarers and coastal communities.
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Ancient Mediterranean Shipwrecks 1500-500 BC
Look through our database of wrecks: find citations, get basic info, and see which materials have been identified at each wreck.
Making Landfall in the Ancient World
See how we use 3D GIS techniques to weigh in on a century-old argument about visibility in the Mediterranean.