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fromTime Out London
2 days ago
London food

A replica of Christopher Columbus' ship will dock in London later this month

Nao Santa Maria, a replica of Columbus's ship, will arrive at St Katharine Docks for public viewing from May 29 to June 8.
#archaeology
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
2 weeks ago

Medieval derelict ship found in Barcelona

A 500-year-old ship, Ciutadella I, was discovered in Barcelona, marking a significant archaeological find related to the city's maritime history.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
London

Archaeological project maps historic boat sheds on Isles of Scilly

Pilot gigs were essential for island transport and rescues in the Isles of Scilly, revealing a rich maritime history.
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
2 weeks ago

Medieval derelict ship found in Barcelona

A 500-year-old ship, Ciutadella I, was discovered in Barcelona, marking a significant archaeological find related to the city's maritime history.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
London

Archaeological project maps historic boat sheds on Isles of Scilly

Pilot gigs were essential for island transport and rescues in the Isles of Scilly, revealing a rich maritime history.
more#archaeology
#titanic
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
Writing

A letter written onboard the Titanic before it sank sells for almost $400,000 at auction

A letter from Titanic survivor Archibald Gracie sold for £300,000, highlighting its historical significance and link to the ship's tragic fate.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
UK news

New book reveals chilling accounts of Titanic captain's last moments on sinking ship

Rumors of Captain Smith's suicide are unfounded and damage his legacy, according to author Dan E. Parkes.
Writing
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

A letter written onboard the Titanic before it sank sells for almost $400,000 at auction

A letter from Titanic survivor Archibald Gracie sold for £300,000, highlighting its historical significance and link to the ship's tragic fate.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
UK news

New book reveals chilling accounts of Titanic captain's last moments on sinking ship

Rumors of Captain Smith's suicide are unfounded and damage his legacy, according to author Dan E. Parkes.
more#titanic
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Miami Marlins

The Mystic Seaport Museum Grapples With Threats from Rising Seas

The Mystic Seaport Museum faces increasing flooding challenges due to climate change and rising sea levels, prompting urgent protective planning measures.
fromianVisits
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

HMS Wellington will reopen to the public later this year following restoration work

HMS Wellington will reopen after securing a Lottery grant for essential restoration, ensuring its preservation and public accessibility.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Lloyd's Register apologises for its role in trafficking enslaved people from Africa

Lloyd's Register has apologized for its historical role in the slave trade but faces criticism for not taking further action.
#exploration
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago
US news

Explorers say they've found a British warship sunk by a German U-boat in WWI

Explorers discovered the wreckage of the HMS Hawke, a British warship sunk by a German U-boat during World War I, resulting in a significant loss of life.
fromSmithsonian Magazine
4 months ago
History

The Death-Defying Attempt to Circumnavigate the World in a Canoe

John Voss's expedition in a dugout canoe challenged sailing norms and showcased individualism and survival against the odds.
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago
US news

Explorers say they've found a British warship sunk by a German U-boat in WWI

Explorers discovered the wreckage of the HMS Hawke, a British warship sunk by a German U-boat during World War I, resulting in a significant loss of life.
fromSmithsonian Magazine
4 months ago
History

The Death-Defying Attempt to Circumnavigate the World in a Canoe

John Voss's expedition in a dugout canoe challenged sailing norms and showcased individualism and survival against the odds.
more#exploration
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Houthi Attacks Turn Back the Clock for Shipping as Costs Pile Up

Geopolitical tensions have led to increased vessel traffic around Africa's southern tip, challenging global shipping routes significantly.
fromMedievalists.net
6 months ago
History

New Medieval Books: Empire in the Western Ocean - Medievalists.net

The Ming Dynasty established a powerful navy but its maritime achievements remain less recognized compared to its land-based history.
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