Dokos Shipwreck: The oldest shipwreck ever discovered
The Dokos shipwreck, from the second Proto-Helladic period, discovered near the island of Dokos in the Aegean Sea, reveals insights into ancient maritime trade routes and seafaring civilizations through recovered artifacts.
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The Dokos shipwreck, discovered in the Aegean Sea, dates back to the second Proto-Helladic period, making it the oldest known shipwreck. Found near the island of Dokos, the wreck site was extensively excavated between 1989 and 1992 by the Hellenic Institute of Marine Archaeology. The artifacts recovered, including clay vases and pottery, shed light on ancient maritime trade routes and seafaring civilizations. The pottery found at the site provides insights into ancient manufacturing techniques and trade networks, indicating connections with coastal settlements. Stone anchors, lead ingots, and millstones found at the site offer further understanding of ancient seafaring practices and cargo transported. The artifacts recovered were transported to the Spetses Museum for preservation and study. The Dokos shipwreck serves as a significant archaeological find, highlighting the interconnectedness of ancient civilizations and the enduring legacy of maritime trade.
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