A schoolboy's chance discovery of wooden ship timbers on a remote Orkney beach led to the identification of a 250-year-old shipwreck, now confirmed as the Earl of Chatham.
This vessel, originally a Royal Navy frigate involved in the American Revolutionary War, was later repurposed as a whaling ship. The find sparked a collaborative investigation between local residents and archaeologists, combining scientific analysis with historical research. The shipwreck offers new insights into 18th-century naval history and the maritime heritage of the Orkney Islands.
The community-led effort highlights the value of local involvement in uncovering and preserving historical artifacts.
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