A schoolboy's chance discovery on a remote Scottish beach led archaeologists to identify a 250-year-old shipwreck as the Earl of Chatham, a former Royal Navy frigate later used for whaling.
The wreck, found on the island of Sanday in Orkney, was uncovered through a combination of scientific analysis and community-led research. The Earl of Chatham had a storied history, including involvement in the siege of Quebec during the Revolutionary War before being repurposed for Arctic whaling. The find highlights the value of local involvement in uncovering historical mysteries.
Experts say the shipwreck offers new insights into 18th-century naval and whaling history.
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