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Expedition Unknown S18E1 — Hunt for World War II Hellships
Expedition Unknown•Season 18•Episode 1

Hunt for World War II Hellships

Jun 24, 202642 min
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Josh searches for lost Allied soldiers on the Hofuku Maru, a Japanese Hellship.

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Episode Summary

"Hunt for World War II Hellships" is episode 1 of Expedition Unknown season 18. It aired on June 24, 2026.

Next: E2 · Finding World War II's Lost PrisonersBest of Season 18