Discovery of 18th-century British warship HMS Tyger in South Florida Waters

Published: 16 March 2024 at 08:43

The remains of the HMS Tyger, an 18th-century British warship that ran aground in 1742, have been positively identified in the waters of South Florida, providing additional protection under the Sunken Military Craft Act of 2004. The discovery was made by archeologists in Dry Tortugas National Park, with the British Government having sovereign ownership of the remains. Historical research and analysis of cannons led to the confirmation that the wreck discovered in 1993 was the HMS Tyger, showcasing a story of perseverance and survival by its crew members who were stranded for 66 days after the ship sank.

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