Maritime archaeologists have discovered a shipwreck in Landfjärden, Sweden, which may represent the oldest known carvel-built ship from the Nordic region, dating back to the late Middle Ages (1480s-1460s). This vessel, distinct from the commonly used clinker-built ships of the time, exhibits a construction method that suggests advanced shipbuilding techniques in northern Europe. The wreck is part of a group of five discovered in the area, with 'Wreck 5' being the oldest and most significant find, shedding light on the evolution of maritime practices in Scandinavia.
It's a large ship, likely about 35 metres long and 10 metres wide. The ship's frame still rises high above the seabed, and in the stern, both the sternpost and rudder remain upright.
Unlike the prevailing clinker-built ships of the time, where planks overlap, this vessel was built using the carvel method, with planks laid edge to edge on a frame to create a smooth hull.
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