Polish Divers Discover 19th-Century Shipwreck off Sweden's Eland with 100 Bottles of Champagne

Jul 25, 2024, 04:00 PM

A team of Polish divers has discovered a 19th-century shipwreck in the Baltic Sea off the coast of Sweden. The shipwreck, located near the Swedish island of Eland, contained a significant haul of historical artifacts, including approximately 100 sealed bottles of champagne, wine, mineral water, and porcelain. The cargo is believed to have been intended for Russian Emperor Nicholas I. The discovery has been described as a major find, with the ship's hold filled with crates of champagne and other valuable items. The Polish diving group BaltiTech made the discovery.