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3 days ago
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Hidden treasures: Spanish archaeologists discover trove of ancient shipwrecks in Bay of Gibraltar

Spanish archaeologists have documented over 30 shipwrecks in the Bay of Algeciras, revealing a rich maritime history from the fifth century BC to WWII.
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
1 week ago
History

Silver coin found from doomed Spanish colony on Strait of Magellan

A Spanish silver coin confirms the founding ceremony of a colony at the Strait of Magellan, validating historical accounts and maps from 1584.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Hidden treasures: Spanish archaeologists discover trove of ancient shipwrecks in Bay of Gibraltar

Spanish archaeologists have documented over 30 shipwrecks in the Bay of Algeciras, revealing a rich maritime history from the fifth century BC to WWII.
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Barcelona
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

These Are Europe's Best Destinations for a Scenic Day on the Water

Booking a day on a boat in Águilas, Spain is the top recommendation for enjoying warm weather and beautiful seaside views.
Travel
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

10 Best Luxury Cruise Lines for Cultural Expedition Voyages

Cultural expedition voyages combine luxury cruising with authentic cultural experiences, emphasizing learning and immersion in remote destinations.
History
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Roman artifact found in the Americas shatters New World history

A Roman terracotta head discovered in a sealed Mexican tomb in 1933 suggests Roman contact with the Americas around 200 AD, predating Columbus by over a thousand years.
Science
fromwww.nature.com
2 months ago

Author Correction: Hunter-gatherer sea voyages extended to remotest Mediterranean islands

Corrections to regional radiocarbon uncertainties do not meaningfully change conclusions about timing of the Mesolithic–Neolithic transition or maritime voyages in the central Mediterranean.
US politics
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

Third Cave's a Charm

Republicans will block expiration of Bush tax cuts; Democrats could see a $3.6 trillion tax increase in 2012 if Obama does not act.
Travel
fromElite Traveler
1 month ago

The Check-In: Explora Journeys Launches 128-Day World Cruise

Explora launches a 128‑day, global cruise in 2029 with 461 oceanfront suites and inclusive premium services; COMO opens COMO Cordeillan-Bages in Bordeaux in 2026.
History
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

New Online Course: The Americas during the Middle Ages - Medievalists.net

An online six-week course examines indigenous peoples of North America and Mesoamerica (500–1500 CE), emphasizing diverse peoples, environments, lifestyles, and pre-contact historical trends.
History
fromSmithsonian Magazine
2 months ago

Archaeologists Discovered the 'Holy Grail' of Shipwrecks a Decade Ago. Now, They're Finally Beginning to Unravel the Secrets of the 'San Jose'

A priceless 1708 Spanish galleon, the San José, was discovered in 2015 but remains contested amid political and legal battles over ownership and treasure.
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
1 month ago

1,000-year-old gold-filled tomb unearthed in Panama

A richly furnished elite Coclé tomb (800–1000 A.D.) at El Cano reveals ornate gold and ceramics, indicating centralized chiefdoms with long-distance exchange and ritual complexity.
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