Buying a WWI Shipwreck on Facebook! | Interview with Dom Robinson
Episode notes
In this episode of The Dead Foot Diver Podcast, Curt interviews Dom Robinson from the UK, an avid diver who recently bought a World War I shipwreck through Facebook Marketplace. They discuss Dom's incredible journey in purchasing the Almond Branch, the history behind it, and the process of legally owning a shipwreck in the UK. Dom shares insights into the world of technical diving, rebreathers, and some of his exciting underwater finds, including ship bells and historical wrecks like HMS Victory. Tune in for an engaging conversation about diving adventures, the allure of shipwrecks, and the thrill of underwater treasure hunting.
00:00 Introduction to The Dead Foot Diver Podcast
00:45 Meet Dom Robinson: The Man Who Bought a WWI Shipwreck
01:58 The Fascinating World of Shipwreck Ownership
04:50 Diving Adventures and Salvage Stories
09:54 Exploring the Depths: Rebreather Diving
17:40 The Rise of Technical Diving
24:16 Diving with Similar Configurations
24:58 Adapting to Changes in Diving
26:10 Buying a Shipwreck
28:01 Exploring the Shipwreck
31:54 Upcoming Dive Projects
34:37 Diving HMS Victory
37:12 Treasure Hunting Adventures
44:09 Challenges in Salvage Operations
45:41 Conclusion and Farewell
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