Maritime History

Edward Von der Porten

Edward Paul Von der Porten (October 29, 1933 – April 9, 2018) was an American scholar noted for his work in history, archaeology, and museum practices. His areas of expertise included Sir Francis Drake, Drake's New Albion claim, Chinese porcelain, the Kriegsmarine, and Manila galleon history, and he was also the director of the Treasure Island Museum.

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• ▸Adriatic (1861 ship)
• ▸Jack James (rocket engineer)
• ▸Chandanathope

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