National Park Service The Archeology of the Atomic Bomb A Submerged Cultural Resources Assessment of the Sunken Fleet of Operation Crossroads at Bikini and Kwajalein Atoll Lagoons

THE SECRETARY OF THE INTERIOR
WASHINGTON

July 8, 1991

This assessment report compiled by a special team of National Park Service underwater archaeologists sheds light on the historical importance of the sunken ships in Bikini Lagoon.

The information provided here will assist the people of Bikini to make informed decisions concerning these sunken ships. I hope that it will also serve to open new areas of interest and increase awareness to inform readers the world over of the importance of events at this historic place.