Bom Jesus: The Oldest and Most Valuable Shipwreck Found in the Namibian Desert

Bom Jesus: The Oldest and Most Valuable Shipwreck Found in the Namibian Desert

In a remarkable archaeological discovery, the Bom Jesus (The Good Jesus), a Portuguese ship that sank over 500 years ago, has been found in the desert of Namibia, revealing a treasure trove of gold coins and other valuable artifacts. The ship, which set sail from Lisbon on March 7, 1533, was lost at sea during a violent storm while en route to India. The remains of the Bom Jesus were uncovered in 2008 by diamond miners who were conducting operat…