18th October- Dive Deeper- The Navigation Items Recovered
The Mary Rose:The Navigation Items Recovered
The Mary Rose, a Tudor warship that served as a flagship in King Henry VIII's navy, holds a unique place in maritime history. Her story is one of triumph, tragedy, and rediscovery, offering insight into 16th-century naval warfare and life aboard a ship. Built in 1510 and launched in 1511, she served for 34 years before tragically sinking in the Solent during a battle in 1545. Rediscovered centuries later, her recovery in 1982 marked one of the most ambitious and celebrated maritime archaeological projects of all time. Among the treasures salvaged from her wreck were important navigation items and tools that shed light on the era's maritime practices.
One of the most compelling aspects of the Mary Rose’s recovery is the wealth of artefacts that provide a glimpse into Tudor life at sea. Among these are several navigation items and tools that reveal how sailors of the era charted their courses and navigated the often-treacherous waters. This talk will highlight the reality of 16th Century navigation by examining these items.
The Mary Rose’s recovery is more than a testament to advanced archaeology; it is a window into the past. The ship and her artefacts provide invaluable insights into Tudor-era technology, warfare, and daily life. The meticulous preservation work continues to inspire historians, scientists, and visitors from around the world.
Today, the Mary Rose Museum serves as a reminder of the ship’s storied past and the ingenuity of her recovery. The navigation tools, in particular, illustrate the evolving art and science of maritime navigation during a transformative era in naval history.
The tour will start at 10:30am and last roughly 1 hour. The talk will start immediatly after this and last 1 hour
Tea and Coffee included.
Please Note: All talks and tours are an add on to your existing attraction ticket, please ensure you have your ticket to gain access to the museum.
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The Mary Rose:The Navigation Items Recovered
The Mary Rose, a Tudor warship that served as a flagship in King Henry VIII's navy, holds a unique place in maritime history. Her story is one of triumph, tragedy, and rediscovery, offering insight into 16th-century naval warfare and life aboard a ship. Built in 1510 and launched in 1511, she served for 34 years before tragically sinking in the Solent during a battle in 1545. Rediscovered centuries later, her recovery in 1982 marked one of the most ambitious and celebrated maritime archaeological projects of all time. Among the treasures salvaged from her wreck were important navigation items and tools that shed light on the era's maritime practices.
One of the most compelling aspects of the Mary Rose’s recovery is the wealth of artefacts that provide a glimpse into Tudor life at sea. Among these are several navigation items and tools that reveal how sailors of the era charted their courses and navigated the often-treacherous waters. This talk will highlight the reality of 16th Century navigation by examining these items.
The Mary Rose’s recovery is more than a testament to advanced archaeology; it is a window into the past. The ship and her artefacts provide invaluable insights into Tudor-era technology, warfare, and daily life. The meticulous preservation work continues to inspire historians, scientists, and visitors from around the world.
Today, the Mary Rose Museum serves as a reminder of the ship’s storied past and the ingenuity of her recovery. The navigation tools, in particular, illustrate the evolving art and science of maritime navigation during a transformative era in naval history.
The tour will start at 10:30am and last roughly 1 hour. The talk will start immediatly after this and last 1 hour
Tea and Coffee included.
Please Note: All talks and tours are an add on to your existing attraction ticket, please ensure you have your ticket to gain access to the museum.
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