A schoolboy's chance encounter with the remains of a wooden ship on a remote Orkney beach has led archaeologists to identify a 250-year-old shipwreck as the Earl of Chatham, a former Royal Navy frigate.
The vessel, which later served as a whaler, was uncovered after a storm swept away sand on Sanday Island in early 2024. Scientific analysis and community-led research played key roles in solving the mystery of the ship's identity. The ship had a storied past, including participation in the siege of Quebec during the Revolutionary War era.
This discovery highlights the value of local involvement and modern science in uncovering maritime history.
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