A schoolboy's chance discovery on a remote Scottish beach led to the identification of a 250-year-old shipwreck as the Earl of Chatham, a former Royal Navy frigate later used for whaling.
Archaeologists and local volunteers combined scientific analysis with historical research to confirm the ship's identity. The vessel, which played a role in the siege of Quebec during the Revolutionary War era, was uncovered on the island of Sanday in Orkney. The find highlights the importance of community involvement in uncovering and preserving maritime history.
The shipwreck offers new insights into 18th-century naval and whaling activities in the region.
.Here are the top political news stories for today.
Be the first to reply to this general discussion.
Join in on more popular conversations.
