Marine archaeologists are in a race against time to uncover the secrets of an ill-fated British ship from the nineteenth century. Almost 10 years ago, the husk of HMS Erebus was discovered on a ...

In the summer of 2023, Parks Canada’s underwater archaeology team plunged into a new season of exploration in the icy waters of Nunavut. Their focus: the legendary shipwrecks of HMS Erebus and HMS ...

In 1845, the HMS Erebus and HMS Terror set sail from England on a mission to chart a passage around the top of North America. Led by Captain Sir John Franklin, the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. In 1845, the HMS Erebus and HMS Terror set sail from England on a mission to chart a passage ...

The crew of HMS Terror, although experienced and well-prepared, faced cold, starvation, lead poisoning, and sickness, leading to tragic consequences. Despite high hopes and careful planning, the ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. For over two years, both the HMS Terror and HMS Erebus (Greek ...

Captain James Fitzjames served as captain of the HMS Erebus, but his rank didn't prevent his men from eating his remains in a desperate bid to survive. Reading time 2 minutes On May 19, 1845, two ...

The ROV in the diving hole at the Erebus site in April. Aimie Néron, Parks Canada Later in September, archaeological research operations began. The team completed 56 individual dives over the course ...