A 19th-century vessel that sank offshore from the coastline Plymouth was discovered 140 years later.
The SS Nantes submerged in November 1888, resulting in the deaths of 23 crew members, and the location of the vessel had remained mysterious up until this point.
All credit goes to deep-sea diver Dom Robinson for discovering the long-lost ship, which was located 246 feet below the surface, about 30 miles southeast of Plymouth.
He discovered a ceramic fragment in the water and noticed it was marked with 'Cunard Steamship Company,' aiding in determining the ship’s identity.
Dom informed Mountain Travel, "It was like striking gold when I discovered the plate and managed to connect all the dots."
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'It feels as though I've paid tribute to those who perished in the disaster by unraveling that mystery.'
'Of all my deep-sea diving experiences, this particular dive stood out as the most remarkable due to its unexpected nature.'
The conditions were unfavorable when the steamship was struck by the German sailboat named Theodor Ruger.
The ship rammed into the side of the Nantes and created a large gash that ultimately led to its sinking.
The crew members aboard the Nantes couldn't flee as the impact ruined the lifeboats.
Out of everybody on board, only three people survived, including one man found at sea and two who jumped off.
Dom shared his experience with everyone YouTube The account mentioned that deep-water diving is his 'way of existence'.
'The ability to unravel mysteries and experience this sense of adventure is thrilling,' he stated.
'When I do this, it feels wonderful as it revives these individuals' tales.'
'I will not cease my deep-water dives.'
Dr. Harry Bennett, who specializes in maritime history at Plymouth University, offered his insights regarding Mountaintravel.
He stated: "Each shipwreck narrates a tale, and this particular one holds significance as it conveys a human narrative."
'It underscores the constant dangers faced during daily sea voyages, especially in an era when numerous vessels encountered shipwrecks.'
'We've lost track of much of our history, and discoveries such as this underscore the risks associated with sea voyages even in modern times.'
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