Goodwins & Downs 8
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The remains of an apparent armed wooden sailing vessel were identified in 2010 on The Downs, Kent, England. The site was designated under the Protection of Wrecks Act on 3 August 2012. The wreck is a Protected Wreck managed by Historic England.[1]
The wreck consists of a coherent wooden structure including an area with flush laid planking, and a possible frame or beam. Further timbers beneath the planking were seen, but not further investigated. It is believed that this structure is part of the hull or deck of the vessel. Also, within the site were decorative timbers, possibly windows, door frames, or moulding for panelling. Seven cast iron smooth bore muzzle loading guns were also present within the site. A glass bottle found within the site was dated to between 1650 and 1750.[1]
