The discussion delves into the complexities surrounding treasure salvaging from shipwrecks, particularly focusing on the Notre Dame de Deliverance, which sank off Florida's coast in 1755. The conversation highlights the tangled web of legal claims that arise from international waters and U.S. laws like the Abandoned Shipwreck Act, complicating ownership and salvage rights. The nuances of territorial waters versus international waters create a fascinating yet convoluted scenario for treasure hunters and nations alike.
