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One of King Henry V's 'great ships' likely found in England

A timber vessel believed to be one of celebrated English king Henry V's "great ships" has been found in a river in southern England, heritage group Historic England announced Monday.

Experts from Historic England believe the wreck that lies buried in mud in the River Hamble near Southampton is the "Holigost" (Holy Ghost).

A major part of Henry V's war machine, the ship played a key role in two sea battles that enabled him to conquer territory in France in the early 15th century.

Read entire article at CTV News