Oldest Carvel Ship Discovered in Sweden Sheds Light on Maritime EvolutionAt the bottom of Sweden’s Landfjärden Bay, just south of Stockholm, archaeologists have discovered the remarkably well-preserved remains of a ship believed to be the oldest known example of carvel construction in Scandinavia. The find is not only a rarity in terms of age but also offers fresh insight into a transformative period in Northern European maritime history. Nicknamed Wreck 5, the sunken ship is estimated to have been built in the 1480s, possibly even as early as the 1460s. The adoption of carvel construction marks a clear sign of this technological cross-pollination. Photos of the preserved port side—including beams, sternpost, rudder, and tiller hole—confirmed carvel construction and showcased the shipbuilders’ high level of craftsmanship.