Slave Ships from 1710 Discovered Off Costa Rica Coast
Two Danish slave ships, the Fridericus Quartus and Christianus Quintus, have been identified near Costa Rica. The shipwrecks date back to 1710. Divers recently made the discovery during an underwater excavation. The ships offer a chilling glimpse into the history of the transatlantic slave trade and maritime disasters.
Divers have confirmed the identification of two Danish slave ships that sank off the coast of Costa Rica in 1710. The Fridericus Quartus and Christianus Quintus were located during a recent underwater excavation. These vessels were actively involved in the transatlantic slave trade. The discovery provides valuable insight into a dark chapter of history, highlighting the dangers faced by ships and the enslaved people they carried. Researchers are continuing to study the shipwrecks to learn more about the ships, their voyages, and the lives of those who were aboard.