gov.noaa.nce.oeri:SubmergedNewWorld2009 eng; USA utf8 collectionSession collection level metadata NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information ncei.info@noaa.gov https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/contact NCEI Contact Information Information for contacts at NCEI. information pointOfContact 2026-03-20T11:32:27 ISO 19115-2 Geographic information - Metadata - Part 2: Extensions for Imagery and Gridded Data ISO 19115-2:2009(E) Exploring the Submerged New World on R/V Weatherbird II between 20090723 and 20090805 SubmergedNewWorld2009 EarlyHumans2009 2012-06 publication J.M. Adovasio 814-824-2545 814-824-2594 Mercyhurst Archaeological Institute The Zurn School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics 501 East 38th Street Erie PA 16546 USA jadovasio@mercyhurst.edu principalInvestigator C. Andrew Hemmings 512-471-5982 512-232-6563 University of Texas at Austin Texas Archaeological Research Laboratory 1 University Station, R7500 Austin TX 78712-1100 USA hemmings@mail.utexas.edu principalInvestigator NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration and Research author NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information publisher In 2008, the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary (MNMS) commenced a multiyear project focusing on shipwreck sites associated with the Battle of the Atlantic. During WWII, this was the closest theater of war to the continental United States. Directly off the coast of North Carolina remains a collection of nearly 200 shipwrecks from one of the most significant battles in one of the most historic wars in world history. In previous years, MNMS and partners have collected data and completed archaeological surveys of four sites. Additionally, with OER support, the 2009 field season conducted a multibeam sonar and ROV survey to discover and document previously unknown deep-water shipwrecks. Several targets were identified, which would benefit from more detailed characterization using advanced imaging technology. The Monitor National Marine Sanctuary is in the process of considering expanding the current sanctuary to include additional maritime heritage resources off the coast. Expansion requires the identification and characterization of significant vessels, to aid in determining sanctuary boundaries and appropriate management practices. The goal is to catalog site significance and integrity, and identify degrading impacts from both environmental and cultural factors. An historical and archaeological assessment of the resources is critical to inform management decisions regarding sites under the consideration for expansion. In addition to documenting newly located sites, MNMS has a need to acquire baseline data on known sites to aid in evaluating significance and boundary delineation. 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Use Constraints: No use constraints. eng; USA oceans -85.8 -82.9 27.2 29.8 ground condition 2009-07-23 2009-08-05 0 Data Overview Data Overview: Side Scan Sonar data; reports and multimedia NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information ncei.info@noaa.gov https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/contact NCEI Contact Information Information for contacts at NCEI. information distributor https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/maps/oer-digital-atlas/mapsOE.htm information asNeeded This metadata is complete. RV Weatherbird II Weatherbird II 2012-06-14 creation Weatherbird II The R/V Weatherbird II has been the flagship of the FIO fleet since February 2009 following its acquisition and renovation. The 115-foot, 194-ton vessel has since become one of the nation’s most storied research vessels after its repeated voyages to carry out scientific missions in the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill catastrophe. The Weatherbird II is equipped with advanced laboratories, oceanographic devices and sensor technology designed to enable scientists and students to study and learn about various aspects of the ocean’s biological, chemical, geological and physical characteristics. Researchers use the vessel to support advanced studies on myriad of complex issues impacting global and coastal oceans, as well as life in the sea.