Under the Mediterranean I: Studies in Maritime Archaeology

A collection of 19 peer-reviewed articles in Under the Mediterranean I: Studies in Maritime Archaeology highlights significant advancements in maritime archaeology, focusing on shipwrecks, harbors, and maritime landscapes. Key findings include the reconstruction of a late 5th-century BC wreck off Cyprus using 3D digital tools, revealing cargo stacking techniques similar to those found in Roman amphora wrecks. Another notable discovery is a large 12th-century AD cargo ship from Rhodes harbor, providing evidence for frame-first hull construction techniques. The volume also explores the evolution of harbors, such as Patara’s transformation into a closed military harbor and the identification of offshore pilings in Ashkelon, suggesting innovative maritime solutions before Roman marine concrete. Additionally, it examines the navigational challenges around Fournoi Islet, explaining the concentration of shipwrecks due to treacherous sailing conditions. The study combines archaeological excavation, digital reconstruction, geoarchaeological research, and historical analysis to shed light on Mediterranean maritime history.

Oleson, J. P. (2022). Under the Mediterranean I: Studies in Maritime Archaeology. Journal of Eastern Mediterranean Archaeology and Heritage Studies, 10(2), 210–213. https://doi.org/10.5325/jeasmedarcherstu.10.2.0210