Treasure Hunting Techniques and Discoveries

The video follows treasure hunters Maddie Blake, Tony Sampson, and Melvin Apt as they explore a debris field related to the Atocha shipwreck in Key West, Florida. They aim to find the Stern Castle, believed to hold untold riches. The team, including expert diver Captain Tim Mead, uses a method called mailbox blowing to clear the ocean floor. Despite not finding gold, they discover animal bones, providing historical insights into the ship's journey.

Who are the main participants in the treasure hunt expedition?

• Maddie Blake and Tony Sampson

• Melvin Apt and Captain Tim

• Rick and Marty

• The Fisher family

What is the Bank of Spain known for?

• Artifacts

• Emeralds

• Silver coins

• Gold coins

What part of the Atocha shipwreck is the team hoping to find?

• The captain's quarters

• The Stern Castle

• The midsection

• The bow

Who is Captain Tim Mead?

• A historian

• A ship captain

• An expert salvage diver

• A treasure hunter

What method is used to clear the ocean floor for the dive?

• Water jetting

• Mailbox blowing

• Sand blasting

• Silt removal

What is the purpose of the mailbox blowing method?

• To communicate with divers

• To clear sand and silt

• To locate the shipwreck

• To find gold coins

What equipment do the divers use during the operation?

• Traditional diving suits

• Scuba gear with comms masks

• Snorkeling gear

• Deep-sea diving suits

What did the team discover during their dive?

• Gold coins

• Animal bones

• Emeralds

• A ship's anchor

What was the primary use of animals on the Atocha?

• Guarding the treasure

• Food during the journey

• Performing tricks

• Companions for the crew

What is the team's next step after the dive?

• Move the boat and continue diving

• Report back to Rick and Marty

• Return to the mainland

• Celebrate their findings