In September 2017, an extraordinary discovery sent waves of excitement through the world of maritime history as researchers located the wreckage of the USS Indianapolis, a long-lost World War II ship. The event marked a significant milestone in solving one of the most enduring mysteries of the war. The USS Indianapolis, a Portland-class heavy cruiser, had been torpedoed by a Japanese submarine in the final days of the conflict, sinking with almost 300 of its crew. For over seven decades, the shipwreck had remained untouched at the bottom of the Philippine Sea, but a dedicated team of scientists and archaeologists decided to embark on an expedition to uncover the enigmatic vessel, unravel its secrets, and bring closure to the families of those who perished aboard.