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Anarko 1 month ago
🌊 SURF 'N TURF 🏝️ -THE BORACAY ISLAND LIFE- image A true legend of naval history. image The mighty warship Mars (Makalös) was shattered during the Battle of Öland and sank into the Baltic Sea. image Her stunning 2011 rediscovery revealed a preserved time capsule, including bronze cannons, rare grappling hooks, hand grenades, and even the skeletal remains of its crew. Invaluable insights into 16th-century warfare! Credits Goes to the respective Author ✍️/ Photographer📸 🐇 🕳️

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Anarko 1 month ago
Yes absolutely. It was a deep dive to get to the wreck for sure. It's a technical dive. At 246 feet or approx nearly 100 meters it would also be quite dangerous depending on conditions. Here is more information.
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The Swedish warship Mars (Makalös), sunk in 1564 during the Battle of Öland, was rediscovered in 2011. The wreck is incredibly well-preserved, containing artifacts like bronze cannons and grappling hooks, and the skeletal remains of its crew, offering valuable insight into 16th-century naval warfare. The discovery Rediscovery: The wreckage of the Mars, a warship considered the largest in the world at the time, was discovered in 2011 after a search that lasted two decades. Location: It rests at a depth of about 246 feet in the Baltic Sea, off the coast of the Swedish island of Öland. State of preservation: The wreck is remarkably well-preserved due to the cold, dark waters of the Baltic Sea. What was found Naval artifacts: Archaeologists have found a "time capsule" of items, including bronze cannons, rare grappling hooks, and hand grenades. Human remains: The skeletal remains of the crew were also found within the wreck. Historical insight: The discovery provides invaluable insights into 16th-century warfare, offering a unique glimpse into the ship's final moments. The battle Sinking: The ship was destroyed in a battle against a combined Danish-Lübeck fleet. Explosion: A powerful explosion shattered the ship during the battle, which sunk it rapidly to the seabed. Casualties: The explosion and sinking led to the deaths of many sailors, with estimates ranging from 800 to 900 Swedish and German sailors.