A schoolboy's chance discovery of wooden ship ribs on a remote Orkney beach led archaeologists and local volunteers to identify a 250-year-old shipwreck as the Earl of Chatham, a former Royal Navy frigate.
The ship, which played a role in the siege of Quebec and later became a whaler, was uncovered after a storm swept away the sand covering it on Sanday Island. Scientific analysis and community research were key in solving the mystery of the wreck, which had been hidden for centuries. The find highlights the rich maritime history of the Orkney Islands and the value of community involvement in archaeological discoveries.
The shipwreck is now recognized as a significant historical artifact, shedding light on both naval and whaling history.
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