The Post and Courier staff Archaeologists have exposed the top of the submarine Hunley as dredging continued Tuesday. Small sections of the bow and stern have also been exposed but most of the sub is still hidden by the sandy ocean bottom, he said. The sediment from below is being vacuumed to the project's work vessel floating above where it is sifted through a sluice bag. Much of what is being found appears to be normal marine life, including starfish, shells and sand dollars.
Divers also report seeing a few jellyfish in the water.
Officials estimate the dredging and archaeological phase will take about three weeks to complete. Plans are to lift the sub by mid-July. Learn more at the Friends of the Hunley web site Click here to send feedback. All Rights Reserved.