A schoolboy's chance discovery of wooden ship ribs on a remote Orkney beach led to the identification of a 250-year-old shipwreck, now confirmed as the Earl of Chatham, a former Royal Navy frigate.
Archaeologists and local volunteers used scientific analysis and historical research to solve the mystery after the wreck was exposed by a storm in February 2024. The ship had a storied past, including participation in the siege of Quebec and later service as a whaler in the Arctic. The find highlights the value of community involvement in uncovering and preserving maritime history.
The wreck is considered a significant archaeological and historical discovery for Scotland and the UK.
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