Scientific operation for Canakkale wrecks

On the 100th anniversary of Canakkale War, Ministry of Culture and Tourism has launched a scientific underwater operation for the wrecks in the depths of the strait. Eight wrecks have been surveyed under the leadership of Canakkale Museum Directorate with the scientific consultation provided by Dokuz Eylul University, Institute of Maritime Sciences and Technology.  Seddulbahir, Anzak and Anafartalar bays were initially surveyed. Logistic support vessels and landing ships were found as well as Lundy and HMSMajestic. Ministry of Culture and Tourism is also planning to continue the surveys in 2014. The aim of these surveys is to generate a map and a geographical information system based on sound data about the naval warfare.