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Albert Falco passed away

Listen to this article According to French and American media, Albert Falco died at his home in Marseille on 21 April at the age of 84. For almost 40 years he was one of the main divers of Jaques Cousteau’s team and captain of the famous Calypso vessel. Albert Falco was one of those who

ByTomasz Andrukajtis

Published: May 1, 2012 - 17:47

Updated: July 22, 2023 - 05:46

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According to French and American media, Albert Falco died at his home in Marseille on 21 April at the age of 84. For almost 40 years he was one of the main divers of Jaques Cousteau’s team and captain of the famous Calypso vessel.

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Albert Falco was one of those who accompanied the French pioneer in deep-sea exploration for the longest time. He joined the team in 1952. First as chief diver and then captain of the research vessel Calypso, he spent four decades making history and exploring the wonderful world of the deep sea.

Born on 17 October 1927 in Marseille. In Marseilles, he was involved with water all his life. He took his first steps in swimming, sailing and diving together with his father. As he himself recalled, they often went out into the surrounding turquoise bays to discover their secrets.

“Since then, water has become a natural part of my life,” Falco stressed in his memoirs.

Over the years, there have been few places and creatures that Albert Falco has not encountered. He was particularly fond of dealing with sharks, which he described as his best friends.

When he left the Calypso after 37 years, he did not stop his underwater activities, until the end of his days being an ambassador of the underwater world.

Source: washingtonpost.com

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Tomasz Andrukajtis

Editor-in-chief of the DIVERS24 portal and magazine. Responsible for obtaining, translating and developing content. He also supervises all publications. Achived his first diving certification – P1 CMAS, in 2000. Has a degree in journalism and social communication. In the diving industry since 2008.