Current expedition

Maritime Archaeology of Guadalcanal: Iron Bottom Sound

July 2 – 23, 2025
Current Status
Exploring Now
Update
We are exploring the USS Laffey, a 106-meter long Benson-class destroyer sunk November 12, 1942 during the first Naval Battle of Guadalcanal.  Send in your questions for the team!
4 hours ago
Ship Location
Iron Bottom Sound, Solomon Islands
Our team is in the control room and ready for your questions!

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