Shipwreck Discovery in the Gulf of Mexico (1980)
Louisiana: The State We're In
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: News, Public Affairs
Place Covered: Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 1980-08-01
Duration: 00:05:28
Subjects: Shipwrecks | Gold | Gulf Of Mexico | Archaeology
Contributors:
- George, Beth Host
- Blome, Ron Host
- Perry, Steve Speaker
- Treen, Dave Speaker
- Smith, Steve Interviewee
- Gagliano, Wayne Speaker
Description
This segment from the August 1, 1980, episode of “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features a report on a shrimper’s discovery of a shipwreck site in the Gulf of Mexico of a 17th century Spanish ship carrying at least forty pounds of gold. This report includes details on the deal giving 25% of the ship’s value to the State of Louisiana and plans for future excavation efforts. Host: Beth George Host: Ron Blome