F2A-3 Buffalo found in the waters off Midway

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Hadn't hears this before. I was stewing in the disappointment in BBC america being cut off during a report on a restored Lancaster taking to the air after 40 years. You salvaged my evening. thanks BN!
 
In case people didn't see all the pics on the NOAA website, here are some:

Note the Buffalo undercarriage leg above the camera in the diver's hands:
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Wright Cyclone engine:
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Stick/Control Column:
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Cockpit Canopy Component:
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Ammunition:
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Propellor:
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