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    Default 500 Year Old Shipwreck in Baltic Explored

    Was King Hans of Denmark's flagship....please see Smithsonian story:

    https://www.smithsonianmag.com/histo...=pocket-newtab

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    Another enthralling piece of history uncovered Bill.

    Just sorry that I will not see the outcome in 30+ years time.
    We have the Mary Rose.
    This one for the next generation.
    Rob.
    The Business of the commander-in-chief is first to bring an enemy fleet to battle on the most advantageous terms to himself, (I mean that of laying his ships close on board the enemy, as expeditiously as possible); and secondly to continue them there until the business is decided.

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    Great story there. What a truly great find too. I hope it all goes well with the salvage and restoration. Thanks for posting.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bligh View Post
    Another enthralling piece of history uncovered Bill.

    Just sorry that I will not see the outcome in 30+ years time.
    We have the Mary Rose.
    This one for the next generation.
    Rob.
    30 years/ Well, I will be well over 100 at the time ......(that's the power of positive thinking!)

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    Quote Originally Posted by Baxter View Post
    Great story there. What a truly great find too. I hope it all goes well with the salvage and restoration. Thanks for posting.
    You're welcome !

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    Wow, exciting find!

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