1960: The diving submersible Trieste descends to the floor of the Mariana Trench, the deepest known place on earth. via Wired
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descends to the floor of the Mariana Trench
That would be a very exciting trip! I have to admit that I would be at least a little bit scared, but an exciting trip for sure!
Dave Briggs :~)