Ancient shipwreck discovered off northern Israel coast dating back to around 1400-1300 BCE
Approximately 12-14 meter long ship with hundreds of amphorae found
Cause of shipwreck unknown, may have been due to storm or piracy attack
Discovery challenges assumptions about ancient mariner capabilities and trade limitations
IAA retrieved some amphorae for research and analysis, rest remain at site
In a groundbreaking discovery, the remains of an ancient ship dating back to around 1400-1300 BCE have been found off the coast of northern Israel in deep waters. This is believed to be the oldest complete shipwreck ever discovered in any water and provides valuable insights into ancient mariner abilities.
The approximately 12-14 meter long ship, which was transporting hundreds of amphorae, was discovered during a routine oil and gas survey conducted by Energean. The cargo of intact storage jars suggests that Late Bronze Age mariners were capable of navigating the Mediterranean Sea without a line of sight to the shore.
The discovery challenges previous assumptions that trade in this era was limited to coastal areas, as only two other shipwrecks with cargo from the Late Bronze Age are known from the Mediterranean Sea. Both were found relatively close to the Turkish coast and accessible using standard diving gear.
The cause of the shipwreck is unknown but it may have been due to a sudden storm or piracy attack. The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) has retrieved some of the amphorae for further research and analysis, while the rest remain at the site to preserve their historical significance.
The discovery of this ancient shipwreck is a testament to Israel's rich maritime history and offers valuable insights into ancient seafaring practices. It also highlights the importance of continued exploration and research in uncharted waters.
A 3,300-year-old ship was discovered off the coast of northern Israel in deep waters.
The approximately 12-14 meter long ship was transporting hundreds of amphorae.
It dates back to the 14th-13th century BCE.
Late Bronze Age mariners could navigate without a line of sight to the shore, as proven by this discovery.
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The article contains an appeal to authority when the Israel Antiquities Authority states that the discovery proves Late Bronze Age mariners could navigate the seas without a line of sight to the shore. This is an assumption based on their expertise and not a logical deduction from evidence presented in the article.
The discovery of the remains of the ship from the 14th-13th century BCE proves that Late Bronze Age mariners could navigate the seas without a line of sight to the shore, contrary to what was previously believed, the IAA said.
The ship appeared to have sunk due to a crisis, possibly caused by a storm or piracy attack.
Israeli archaeologists retrieved intact storage jars, estimated to be around 3,300 years old, from the wreck site.
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The cause of the shipwreck is unknown but it may have been due to a sudden storm, wayward wind or attempted piracy.
It dates back to the 14th-13th century BCE.
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The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy when the experts at the Israel Antiquities Authority claim that the shipwreck is 'the first and oldest' in the region. This statement is not supported by any evidence presented in the article and is simply an assertion made by authorities in their field.
] Experts at the Israel Antiquities Authority said the shipwreck appeared to be 'the first and oldest' in the region.[
The discovery of this boat now changes our entire understanding of ancient mariner abilities.
The discovery suggests ancient sailors could navigate the oceans using celestial navigation, taking bearings from the sun and stars. This would mean they were capable of traversing the Mediterranean Sea without a line of sight to any coast.
This is the first shipwreck found in this region, and it is also the oldest ever discovered. It changes our understanding of ancient mariner abilities as it’s located at a great distance from any landmass.
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The shipwreck is the oldest ever discovered.
The discovery suggests ancient sailors could navigate the oceans using celestial navigation.
Two clay jars, known as Canaanite amphorae, were found intact in the ship's hold.
