A schoolboy jogging on a remote beach in the Orkney Islands stumbled upon the remains of a wooden ship, sparking a major archaeological investigation.
Experts have now identified the wreck as the Earl of Chatham, an 18th-century Royal Navy frigate that later served as a whaling vessel. The ship, which played a role in the Revolutionary War and the siege of Quebec, was uncovered thanks to a combination of scientific analysis and local historical research. The find highlights the value of community involvement in uncovering and preserving maritime history.
The discovery has provided new insights into Britain's naval and whaling past.
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