Before a change of subject – as the archaeological team share their experiences from Saumarez Reef in search of the Woodlark and Noumea shipwrecks – we’d like to reflect on the survey at Frederick Reef.
The search for shipwreck Royal Charlotte has been a great success, but we have to admit, we’ve held back on a few details (sorry!). We can now confirm that the team have found the anchor and canon from the Royal Charlotte! Everyone at the museum is excited about the finds and sends their congratulations to the dive team.
Below are some images of the anchor and canon, part of the Royal Charlotte wreck of 1825.
The anchor! Photographer: Xanthe Rivett
Measuring the anchor. Photographer: Xanthe Rivett
The canon. Where’s Wally? Spot the little fish in the photo.