Exploring Shipwrecks ... archaeological wrecks

Shipwrecks offer an important resource to explore the past. A number of Nova Scotian shipwrecks have been studied by underwater archaeologists.

Celebre - 1758
Courtesy Parks Canada
Terence Bay - 1754
Gilbert van Ryckevorsel
UASNS
Humboldt - 1853
Courtesy T. Kenchington
Tribune, HMS - 1797
Courtesy Rod MacLennan
Erg - 1943
MMA, MP23.81.1
Finchley - 1884
Courtesy Bob Semple
MMA Digital Photo
Unknown Wolfville Wreck

The Special Places Protection Act in Nova Scotia protects the heritage value of shipwrecks and prohibits the removal of objects without a permit.

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