In 2022, archaeologists revealed a royal warship off the English coast that nearly killed a future king when it ran aground in 1682: a major maritime discovery
Archaeologists revealed the wreck of HMS Gloucester, a 17th-century warship, off the Norfolk coast. This significant maritime discovery offers insights into 17th-century naval life and politics. The vessel sank in 1682 while carrying James Stuart, the future King James II of England. Hundreds of artefacts, including wine bottles and personal possessions, have been recovered from the seabed.
Archaeologists revealed the wreck of HMS Gloucester, a 17th-century warship, off the Norfolk coast. This significant maritime discovery offers insights into 17th-century naval life and politics. The vessel sank in 1682 while carrying James Stuart, the future King James II of England. Hundreds of artefacts, including wine bottles and personal possessions, have been recovered from the seabed.
