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300-year-old warship discovered off coast of Florida:
A historic shipwreck in Florida was identified as a sunken British warship earlier this year in a remarkable discovery.
Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida has long been a popular spot for tourists, outdoorsman and history buffs. Home to Fort Jefferson, one of the largest and best preserved 19th century forts remaining, thousands of people visit the area annually.
Unknown to visitors and park managers alike, they were in proximity to the ruins of one of history’s most famous shipwrecks: the HMS Tyger. According to Dry Tortugas National Park, archeologists have identified the ship’s remains.
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Pic: 300-year-old warship discovered off coast of southern state
A historic shipwreck in Florida was identified as a sunken British warship earlier this year in a remarkable discovery.