A shipwreck believed to contain £4 billion worth of treasure has sparked a major underwater search operation. The vessel, a British warship built in the 1600s, sank in 1742 after running aground on the reefs of the Dry Tortugas off the Florida Keys. Recently, the wrecked frigate was finally identified, drawing attention from historians and treasure hunters alike. This discovery comes amid reports of ancient shipwrecks and artifacts dating as early as 3000 BC being uncovered by underwater researchers, highlighting the rich history lying beneath the sea.
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The ship sank in 1742 after running aground on the reefs of the Dry Tortugas. https://t.co/Uy0OUZha8m
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