Why Are Ships Sunk On Purpose?

Ships are built to stay afloat, so why would anyone deliberately sink one? From retired warships to legendary liners like the SS United States, hundreds of vessels around the world have been sent to the ocean floor on purpose. Join Mike Brady as we explore how engineers prepare ships to become artificial reefs, the science behind sinking them safely and upright, and why it can cost millions to do it the right way. --- Oceanliner Designs explores the design, construction, engineering and operation of history’s greatest vessels– from Titanic to Queen Mary and from the Empress of Ireland to the Lusitania. Join maritime researcher and illustrator Michael Brady as he tells the stories behind some of history's most famous ocean liners and machines! Click the link to subscribe | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsE8PTncfn2Vga48jH46HnQ?sub_confirmation=1 #ships #sinking #disaster #titanic #wrecks #exploration #history #adventure #design #engineering #mairitime #safety #vessels #sailing #documentary #story #oceanlinerdesigns