TRINCOMALEE BENEATH THE WAVES
The history of Trincomalee dates back to ancient times in Sri Lanka. The place had previously gone by any titles, and â...
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About Our MissionTo preserve, document and share Sri Lanka's maritime heritage by providing accurate, secure and accessible shipwreck data. We aim to support research, safeguard underwater cultural heritage, and promote awareness of the nation's naval history while ensuring responsible exploration and conservation of our marine environment.
In April 1942, Ceylon faced one of the darkest moments of World War II . . .
On 9 December 1943, a Dutch-crewed Catalina PBY-5A of RAF Squadron 321 took off from . . .
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In April 1942, the same Japanese carrier force that struck Pearl Harbor turned its power . . .
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