The Molasses Reef shipwreck dates to the early sixteenth century. Artifacts recovered from the wreck have contributed to the understanding of early European voyages in the region.
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An Early Shipwreck Rests in TCI Waters
The Molasses Reef shipwreck is one of the earliest known wrecks discovered in the region.
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The Molasses Reef shipwreck is one of the earliest known wrecks discovered in the region.
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