William Wilson

William Wilson, maritime archaeologist, assists with UWF underwater investigations. Specializing in geophysical survey methods, he uses new technology to locate shipwrecks and inundated archaeological sites. He is currently helping to characterize the magnetic signatures of the Emanuel Point Shipwrecks, with the hopes of aiding in the discovery of similar vessels.

Prior to joining the Archaeology Institute, William worked in the cultural resource management industry, and conducted numerous archaeological investigations across the U.S., Caribbean, and West Africa. He is listed on the Register of Professional Archaeologist (RPA), and is trained in surface-supplied, hard-hat diving in addition to his SCUBA diving certifications. Over his career he has led numerous geophysical surveys and diver investigations, including the recent recovery of an 18th-century British vessel (HMB Savannah) from the Savannah River.