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Explore a sunken submarine wreck on a virtual dive
Words: Bethany GriffithsProducer: Veathika Jain
On January 20, 1942, the Japanese submarine I-124 was sunk off Darwin Harbour after an engagement with the Australian Corvette HMAS Deloraine.  
All 80 crew died and the wreck has never left the sea bed.
The historic wreck 65kms off the coast of Darwin Harbour is a protected war grave, as the 80 crew remain onboard. Diving near the site is strictly controlled.
However a new virtual reality experience has been launched, giving  both the Australian and Japanese public a chance to see the submarine for the first time.
The virtual dive, available on YouTube, can be taken by anyone with a VR headset and a smartphone or tablet.
The experience was a joint project between the Northern Territory Government’s Heritage Branch and the Australian Institute of Marine Science.
Dr John McCarthy, a maritime archaeologist at Flinders University used a new sonar survey of the submarine to create the 'virtual dive' allowing the public to explore the wreck .
Our aim was to create a realistic experience with an accurate digital reconstruction of the submarine, given the historical significance of the wreck in Australia and Japan.
Dr John McCarthy Flinders University Maritime Archaeology Lecturer
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Dr McCarthy said the virtual experience was created on the basis of the historic ship's plans and photos, taking the viewer through the data gathering process and then to experience the wreck firsthand.
Dr McCarthy said developments in virtual technology were making it possible to finally explore wrecks and submerged landscapes previously hidden to the wider public.
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We need to remember what took place, we need to pay respect to the sacrifices made on both sides.
Japanese Consul-General to Sydney, Kiya Masahiko, said the site was of significance to both Australians and Japanese.
Kiya Masahiko
Videos: Dr John McCarthy, YouTube

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