Captain Joseph Amaral Jr.

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OF THE WORLD'S SUNKEN TREASURES

The Book

My Hunt for the Lost Ships of History shares Captain Joseph Amaral Jr.’s true adventures uncovering some of the world’s most legendary shipwrecks. From the famed De Braak to the tragic SS Brother Jonathan, Amaral takes readers inside the high-risk world of deep-sea recovery, revealing the history, danger, and excitement behind years-long treasure hunts. Rich with firsthand insight and full-color photography, this book brings sunken history back to life.

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About

Welcome to the captivating world of deep sea treasure hunting and recovery.

I’m Captain Joseph Amaral Jr., and for most of my life I’ve been drawn to what lies beneath the sea.

My new Book, titled My Hunt for the Lost Ships of History shares my true adventures uncovering some of the world’s most legendary shipwrecks—from the famed De Braak, L'Auguste to the tragic SS Brother Jonathan.

These stories take you into the high-risk world of deep-sea recovery, where history, danger, and discovery come together during years-long treasure hunts.

I invite you to explore the journeys, photographs, and firsthand experiences that bring these lost ships—and their stories—back to life.

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