History / Archeology

2,000-Year-Old Roman Shipwreck Discovered in Swiss Lake

A 2,000-year-old shipwreck discovered in Lake Neuchâtel, Switzerland, offers a rare glimpse into Roman-era trade and military logistics. The remarkably preserved artifacts provide valuable insights into daily life and transport during the R...

Apr 11, 2026 11:32 See the 2,000-Year-Old Ancient Roman Cargo From an Accidental Shipwreck Discovered at the Bottom of a Lake in Switzerland

2,000-Year-Old Roman Shipwreck Discovered in Swiss Lake

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News / Weather

Lake Erie Shipwreck Uncovered by High Winds and Low Water Levels

A rare weather phenomenon on Lake Erie has revealed a piece of history long hidden beneath the surface. Strong winds displaced water, uncovering a shipwreck near Kingsville, Ontario, believed to be from the 19th century. This event has draw...

Nov 29, 2025 08:01 Lake Erie's displaced water uncovers shipwreck likely from 1800s, historians say

Travel / Historical Discoveries

18th-Century Shipwreck Discovered in Dubrovnik, Croatia

An unexpected discovery was made in Dubrovnik, Croatia, revealing an 18th-century shipwreck during the installation of a water pipeline. The find highlights the city's storied past as a major Mediterranean trading port and its historical si...

Jul 13, 2025 12:05 Workers discover 18th-century vessel while installing pipeline in medieval 'Game of Thrones' city

History / Exploration

The Wager: Shipwreck, Mutiny, and Murder at the Tip of South America

In the 18th century, the British warship 'The Wager' met its demise along the treacherous coast of Patagonia. The harrowing tale of survival, mutiny, and murder has been chronicled in David Grann's book, 'The Wager,' and is slated for a fil...

May 02, 2025 13:33 'The Wager' chronicles shipwreck, mutiny and murder at the tip of South America