In a stunning revelation, explorers have unveiled the locations of the ten deepest military shipwrecks ever discovered, shedding light on the haunting histories of these sunken vessels. From catastrophic battles to tragic accidents, these wrecks serve as grim reminders of warfare’s toll on human lives and the seas.

Leading the list is the USS Samuel B. Roberts, lying at an astonishing depth of 6,895 meters (22,621 feet). This heroic destroyer escort, sunk during the Battle off Samar in World War II, was found in June 2022. The wreck is a testament to the bravery of its crew, who faced overwhelming odds against the Imperial Japanese Navy.

Just below, at 6,468 meters (21,222 feet), rests the USS Johnston, another World War II destroyer, discovered in May 2019. The wreck tells a story of valiant sacrifice, with 187 of its 327 crew members lost during a fierce engagement.

The USS Indianapolis, infamous for its tragic sinking in 1945 after being torpedoed, lies at 5,500 meters (18,000 feet), discovered in August 2017. This ship’s fate resulted in the greatest loss of life at sea from a single ship in U.S. Navy history.

Among the other notable wrecks is the K-278 Komsomolets, a Soviet nuclear submarine that sank in 1989, resting at 1,680 meters (5,510 feet) in the Barents Sea, still harboring nuclear warheads. The USS Thresher and USS Scorpion, both U.S. Navy submarines, also feature prominently, with depths of 2,600 meters (8,400 feet) and 3,000 meters (9,800 feet), respectively.

As researchers continue to explore these depths, they uncover not just wreckage, but the stories of those who served aboard these vessels. Each shipwreck is a solemn reminder of the sacrifices made in the name of duty and the relentless power of the ocean reclaiming its own. The depths hold secrets—what more will they reveal?