Exploring the Evolution of Diving Suits: A Collection of 37 Fascinating Historical Photos
Long before the iconic cyclops at the end of the Spongebob movie popularized deep sea diving, there was a rich and intriguing history surrounding the practice. From ancient Islamic glass diving bells to Leonardo Da Vinci's innovative deep sea suit designed for military purposes, the evolution of diving technology has been nothing short of fascinating.
In the 1700s, a French aristocrat further advanced diving suits, paving the way for the steampunk, alien knight hybrids that would become synonymous with deep sea exploration in the mid-1800s. With the development of iron suits equipped with atmospheric windows and weighted shoes, diving suits finally became more widely accessible, leading to some of the most captivating historical photos of underwater exploration.
