Users' questions

What happened to the jackdaw after ac4?

What happened to the jackdaw after ac4?

It is unknown what happened to the Jackdaw in the intervening years, but at some point prior to 1735, the brig had returned to the West Indies, where she sank off the coast of Hispaniola due to unknown circumstances. Its figurehead was later recovered from the wreckage by Adéwalé.

Can shipwrecks be recovered?

However, no such shipwreck should be recovered unless sufficient public and/or private funds are made available to document and recover it archaeologically and to properly conserve, maintain, exhibit, and interpret it for the public.

Where is La Concepcion wreck?

Chinchorro
La Concepcion wreck was a shipwreck located in the Chinchorro region of the Caribbean. Home to several sharks, it was explored by the pirate Edward Kenway during the early 18th century.

How do you explore Antocha wreck?

From the bell at the start of the dive, swim to the southwest and into the upturned ship hull. Inside you’ll find a chest. Continue out the far side of the wreck and immediately turn to the left to see another, larger wreck in front of you.

Can anyone claim a shipwreck?

A country may claim ownership of a wreck if it owned the ship in the first place. Even if a vessel was sunk and abandoned for hundreds of years the original owner can still claim ownership rights. However, ownership can be complicated by the location of the wreck if it lies in the territorial waters of another state.

Has the ship Concepcion been found?

The Concepción was found again in 1978 by Burt Webber, Jr., whose divers recovered some 60,000 silver cobs, mostly Mexican 8 and 4 reales but also some Potosí and rare Colombian cobs (including more from the Cartagena mint than had been found on any other shipwreck).

When was the Concepcion found?

The precious treasure in our exclusive Cannon Beach Treasure Concepcion collection was discovered by Captain Carl Fismer and his crew in 1986.

Where is the San Ignacio wreck?

Dry Tortuga
The San Ignacio wreck was a shipwreck located in the Dry Tortuga region of the Caribbean. Home to several sharks, it was explored by the pirate Edward Kenway during the early 18th century. The area was first visited by Edward in January 1718, to recover medicines for the Pirate Republic of Nassau.