shipwrecks

WWII Nazi Warships Resurface in Danube Amid Record Drought and Heatwave

Record low water levels in the Danube River, caused by a major heatwave and prolonged drought, have revealed several sunken WWII-era Nazi warships near Prahovo, Serbia. The drought has also impacted river transport, threatened Hungary's Paks nuclear power plant, and led to other discoveries.

Medieval to 17th-Century Shipwrecks Uncovered During Swedish Railway Tunnel Project

A railway tunnel project in Varberg, Sweden, uncovered six shipwrecks dating from the Middle Ages to the 17th century, offering a rare, layered view of shipbuilding and harbor life. The finds, including a well-preserved 1530s oak ship, provide insights into Sweden's west coast maritime history.

First shipwrecks linked to Caribbean pirates discovered in Bahamas

An international team has discovered six shipwrecks in Nassau harbour, Bahamas, three of which are linked to the "golden age of piracy" (1690s-1720s). Finds include a charred hull, swivel guns, and musket balls, offering insights into pirate life and tactics.

Buried beneath a Swedish city: Six centuries-old shipwrecks discovered during a railway project