Captain Joseph Amaral Jr. gained nationwide acclaim when he discovered the captain's ring on the famed shipwreck De Braak off the coast of Delaware. He is considered a true expert in sea recovery and shipwrecks and is highly regarded in the field. In this book, he generously shares his fascinating experiences with various legendary shipwrecks, the complex treasure recovery process, the thrills, and the dangers of working on shipwrecks that remain in the deep sea. Read about the historical journeys of the famed De Braak, the legendary L'Auguste in Nova Scotia, the dramatic John Dwight, the romantic Vanderbilt's Alva in Cape Cod, and the tragic SS Brother Jonathan off the Coast of California and other ships that sank into the ocean and became the much sought-after shipwrecks and years-long treasure hunts. Enjoy the fascinating true stories, generously accompanied by full-color photography. The success of Captain Joseph Amaral Jr.'s various shipwreck recovery missions was featured in numerous national publications, Time Magazine, TV programs, and a Discovery Channel documentary titled A Treasure Ship's Tragedy. Captain Joseph Amaral Jr. continues to consult on complex recovery missions at sea.