Pearl Catcher on the Mississippi River

1938

A pearl catcher on the Mississippi River is getting ready for another dive. As a helmet, an old fuel tank from a car. In it, he could dive to a depth of 21 meters and stay under water for up to 1.5 hours. USA. 1938.

Contributed by OldPik on January 6, 2025

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Pearl Catcher on the Mississippi River
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