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H.M.S. Challenger Begins Marine Exploration
The British Vessel H.M.S. Challenger leaves from Portsmouth, England to explore marine life across the globe -
The Albatross Begins Its Commission
The Albatross was the first steamer specifically built for oceanographic research, and commissioned by the U.S. Fisheries. -
The Sinking of the Titanic
The Titanic sinks after hitting an iceberg in the north Atlantic Ocean on its voyage to New York from Southampton, England. This leads to the development of radar that can detect objects near ships. -
The Mid-Atlantic Ridge is Discovered
A rift valley is discovered by American geologists that spans over 40,000 miles under the ocean, providing strong evidence for plate tectonics. -
The NOAA Is Established
The North American Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is established. It manages all things related to oceans and the atmosphere, including weather and climate forecasting and monitoring ocean and atmospheric data
