Lake Huron's Silent Secret: The "Africa" Shipwreck Unearthed After 128 Years!

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The "Africa" vanished in 1895, only to be found in 2023.

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Filmmakers Drebert and Melnick unveiled this maritime mystery.

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An unusual sonar reading hinted at the ship's location.

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The Boxfish Luna ROV played a pivotal role in the discovery.

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Quagga mussels, invasive species, concealed the ship's identity.

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Maritime experts Folkes and Janusas assisted in ship identification.

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The "Africa" met its fate during a fierce snowstorm.

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The upcoming documentary promises insights into the Great Lakes' underwater world.

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The quagga mussels have transformed the Great Lakes' ecosystem.

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