Asherah

The "Asherah" was the first submarine specifically constructed for archaeological research. Developed for underwater archaeology, it was utilized in excavations off the coast of Turkey in the 1960s. This field of study, which emerged in the 20th century, adapts land-based archaeological techniques for underwater environments. The "Asherah" played a role in pioneering work alongside other underwater exploration tools and methods, contributing to significant discoveries like ancient shipwrecks. The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution also operates research vessels as part of its marine research efforts.12