Birthdate: June 30, 1942
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Wichita, Kansas, United States
Robert Ballard is a prominent figure in oceanography, known for his groundbreaking work in underwater archaeology and marine geology. Some of his most notable achievements include the discovery of the wrecks of the RMS Titanic, battleship Bismarck, and aircraft carrier USS Yorktown. He also located John F. Kennedy’s PT-109 and explored hydrothermal vents, revealing unique ecosystems sustained by nutrient chemicals. Additionally, Ballard established the JASON Project and continues to lead ocean exploration aboard the research vessel E/V Nautilus.
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