NOVA (1974)

S48E11 Ship That Changed the World

Five hundred years in the past, the Age of Exploration began as Europe embarked on imperial conquests across distant territories, all thanks to groundbreaking advancements in shipbuilding that enabled extended sea journeys. However, the specifics of this transformative development remain unclear to historians. Recently, the unearthing of an exceptionally preserved shipwreck near Sweden provides essential insights into this enigmatic chapter of maritime history.