A schoolboy's chance discovery on a remote Orkney 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 ship, uncovered after a storm exposed its timbers, played a role in the Revolutionary War and the siege of Quebec before being repurposed for Arctic whaling. Scientific analysis and community-led research were key to solving the mystery of the wreck, which had lain hidden beneath the sands for centuries. The find highlights the rich maritime history of the Orkney Islands and the value of local involvement in archaeological discoveries.
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