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400-year-old shipwreck found during pipeline survey in Germany's Bay of Greifswald
In 2023, in preparation for the construction of an underwater gas pipeline, divers were sent to clear a cluster of anomalies in the Bay of Greifswald, a sheltered lagoon in northern Germany.
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In 2023, divers were dispatched to the Bay of Greifswald in northern Germany to clear anomalies ahead of an underwater gas pipeline construction. While exploring the murky lagoon, they uncovered shoe soles, pulley blocks, and a rusty anchor. These artifacts revealed a previously unknown shipwreck dating to roughly 400 years ago. The find was made during the pipeline survey, highlighting the historical depth of the area. No further details about the vessel or its cargo were provided.
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