a 501(c)3 Ocean Outreach Project
Honoring the men their memory and their mission
"These guys can do what they set out to do, finding more of the "Lost 52" is just a matter of time "
-Robert England, Survivor Yeoman USS R-12
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Bravo, Tim and the L52 team! This is not only deeply moving from a human standpoint, but also demonstrates the growing capability to discover what heretofore has been thought to be lost forever. Keep on keeping on! With admiration, love and thanks for all you are doing to make a difference.
Sylvia A. Earle
National Geographic Explorer in Residence
Founder, Deep Ocean Exploration and Research
Founder, Mission Blue
The Stern 80 Fly-Through had a profound impact on me, one exactly as intended by the Lost 52 project. Seeing the entire wreck in contrast to only a portion creates a real-world experience of what went on. When you see only a portion of a wreck the level of certainty is diminished.
Bruce Abele - Son of Grunion Commander
M.L Abele - Initially discovered Grunion
with his Brothers John and Brad in 2006
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The Lost 52 Project is a long term exploration and underwater archeological project that is documenting and preserving the story of the Lost 52 WWII Submarines, leaving a foundation of knowledge for future generations. In conjunction with non-profit Ocean Outreach we are establishing programs and partnerships with organizations to help share the imporant work with the public.
Our sincere thanks for all the interest and continued support of the "Lost 52 Project" and "Ocean Outreach". In consideration of family expectations and the sensitive and personal nature of the underwater final resting places we seek to discover and explore, we maintain a policy of not disclosing current ongoing expedition plans and only announce discoveries once expeditions are completed and data is verified. We understand that families are looking for closure and hopefully one day all our missing submariners and service men and women will be found.
Educational Outreach Campaign
82 years ago, WWII Submarine USS R-12 was lost while on duty in the Straits of Florida. Her crew of 43 men remained lost at sea until her discovery on October 10, 2009.
For those of us who made this historic find, it has been a positive life changing event thanks to the wonderful families with whom we met, befriended and were able to share their intimate and personal stories of loss and grief which spanned 67 years. The men whose lives were lost on June 12 1943, left behind, wives, children, siblings and parents. We honor the memory of our heroes, thank their families for their courage and sacrifice and appreciate their continued support for the work we do in helping to bring closure and comfort to them.
Please remember the USS R-12 and her crew for their service in fighting for freedom and democracy.
R-12 Story
Short 23 minute film
NBC Tom Llamas Coverage
R-12 YEOMAN
R-12 HISTORIAN
R-12 MEMORIAL
