The weeping monument : a pre and post depositional site formation study of the USS Arizona / by Valerie Rissel.

Author/creator Rissel, Valerie
Other author Rodgers, Bradley A.
Other author East Carolina University. Program in Maritime Studies.
Format Theses and dissertations
Publication Info[Greenville, N.C.] : East Carolina University, 2012.
Description135 pages : digital, PDF file
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Summary Since its loss on December 7, 1941, the USS Arizona has been slowly leaking over 9 liters of oil per day. This issue has brought about conversations regarding the stability of the wreck, and the possibility of defueling the 500,000 to 600,000 gallons that are likely residing within the wreck. Because of the importance of the wreck site, a decision either way is one which should be carefully researched before any significant changes occur. This research would have to include not only the ship and its deterioration, but also the oil's effects on the environment. This thesis combines the historical and current data regarding the USS Arizona with case studies of similar situations so a clearer picture of the future of the ship can be obtained.
General notePresented to the faculty of the Department of History.
General noteAdvisor: Bradley Rodgers.
General noteTitle from PDF t.p. (viewed July 17, 2012).
Dissertation noteM.A. East Carolina University 2012.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references.
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Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web.

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