What laws pertain to shipwrecks found within the coastal waters of the United States? What about other countries (pick a second country and briefly explain the major differences)? 3. Are there laws at the state level within the US that govern shipwrecks (both ocean and freshwater vessels and sites) and the process of salvage, recovery, and research? (feel free to pick a specific state as an example).

4. Who funds shipwreck archaeology projects, and why? Search online for a few shipwreck projects that have happened in recent years, and discuss how these have been funded, particularly whether public and/or private money was involved. 5. When were the various laws concerning shipwrecks and their recovery enacted?