A 250-year-old shipwreck uncovered on the remote island of Sanday in Orkney, Scotland, has been identified as the Earl of Chatham, a former Royal Navy frigate later used for whaling.
The wreck was discovered by a schoolboy during a run, sparking a collaborative investigation between archaeologists and the local community. Scientific analysis and historical research revealed the ship's storied past, including its involvement in the siege of Quebec and later Arctic whaling expeditions. The find highlights the power of community-led research and the enduring mysteries hidden along Scotland's rugged coastline.
The shipwreck is now being preserved and studied for further insights into 18th-century naval and whaling history.
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