A Ship Through Time
Journalist Sean Fletcher investigates the mystery surrounding the 15th century Newport Medieval Ship, discovered in the mud of the River Usk in Wales in June 2002. Almost an entire century older than the Mary Rose, this unique time capsule offers a fascinating glimpse of life onboard a cargo ship, bearing witness to the habits and behaviors of its crew as well as Medieval European society.
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Episode 1: Mystery in the Mud
In 2002, an astonishing vessel is found buried in the mud of the River Usk in Wales.
In 2002, an astonishing vessel was found in the mud of the River Usk in Wales. Buried for more than 500 years, it was the world’s best-preserved 15th Century ship. But a mystery hangs over her, one which science could help solve. Journalist Sean Fletcher investigates the story behind the ship wreck and its discovery. What can it tell us about the Medieval world?
Episode 2: Digging Deeper
Sean Fletcher continues to unravel the mystery surrounding Newport Medieval Ship.
Journalist and television presenter Sean Fletcher continues to unravel the mystery surrounding the 15th century Newport Medieval Ship, discovered by chance in the mud of the River Usk in Wales in June 2002. Using state of the art scientific techniques, experts are able to identify the date of the ship’s construction, the make-up of its crew and even the potential owner of the vessel.
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