Canada's RAREST Find: The Most Mysterious 19th-Century Seaman's Burial

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A fragmented piece of tattered cloth led to the shocking finding of a shallow, 19th-century seaside grave on Canada's southern coast. Experts were immediately called in to investigate the remains of a young man, only to confront a major historical puzzle: the deceased was of African descent, an incredibly rare and unprecedented discovery for this remote area of Newfoundland at that time. The biggest and most disturbing feature was that the man’s lower left arm was completely missing. Forensic analysis of the bone determined the limb was violently severed either by an accident aboard his ship—perhaps torn off in the rigging—or through a violent attack. Clothes and tools found in the coffin, including a pocket knife with the initials "WH" carved into it, reveal he was a sailor, but his status and diet suggest he was a higher-ranking officer’s servant. This documentary traces the full forensic and archaeological investigation, from the initial dig and skull analysis to the shocking revelation of his ancestry and cause of death, painting a picture of a young life brutally cut short and the respectful final act of his shipmates. Welcome to Documentary Vault, your go-to source for fascinating documentaries on topics ranging from baffling true crime and paranormal mysteries to incredible stories of survival and history's biggest moments. If you're curious about the world and love to learn, you've found your new obsession. Subscribe now and unlock a world of real-life stories! Click here: https://bit.ly/3ivnDhE #truestories #retold