BREAKING: Undiscovered Hatch Found on Oak Island!

Gary discovers evidence of a secret tunnel. Could this secret tunnel bring answers to the many unanswered questions? Stay tuned to find out more. Gary Drayton, an expert in metal detecting, and the rest of the team, including geoscientist Dr. Ian Spooner and archaeologist Dr. Aaron Taylor and Miriam Amarald, investigate stone walkways and a possible cellar feature near the swamp’s eastern boundary.

In a recent episode of The Curse of Oak Island, Gary and David unearth a signal embedded in a wall throughout the course of their inquiry, which ultimately leads to the discovery of a large caster wheel buried underneath. Gary hypothesizes that this wheel may have been utilized on Oak Island during a tunneling operation, adding to the prior discoveries of tunneling gear on the island.

As Gary discovers evidence of a secret tunnel, the finding begs the question of who first deposited the item and who found it subsequently: the initial depositors or the later searchers. In light of this discovery, the group intends to conduct additional research on the caster wheel. Gary Drayton, an expert in metal detecting, and the rest of the team are looking for stone walkways and a suspected subterranean feature close to the eastern boundary of the marsh. The team also includes geoscientist Dr. Ian Spooner and archaeologist Dr. Aaron Taylor and Miriam Ammerald.

Gary and David make a discovery in a wall as they are excavating and call Aaron over to help them remove the signal. They find a large caster wheel that Gary suspects may have been used in a tunneling operation on Oak Island. This discovery adds to the evidence of prior tunneling tools that were found on the island, which raises the question of whether it was left by depositors or searchers. This discovery has piqued the interest of the group, and they want to store it away for further examination.

While metal detecting treasure, hunter Gary Drayton found not one but two unique treasures. His first find was made in the general vicinity of Oak Island’s shoreline: a button from a military officer’s uniform from the 17th century. However, it is not known which military it may have belonged to. There might be evidence that this military was responsible for burying some of the secrets surrounding the island.

The second discovery made that day was in a nearby forest. They discovered a small coin buried in the dirt, which they believed to be another Maraved from the 17th century, just like one discovered in the conclusion of the previous season. The size of this coin seemed to be much smaller than the others, probably two meades rather than eight. These extraordinary discoveries, despite their modest size, have the potential to lead to a far larger treasure hidden somewhere on Oak Island.

While treasure hunting along the shoreline with his metal detector, Gary Drayton discovered another double discovery. This time, Drayton and his crew, working with Oak Island team leader Rick Lagina, discovered two King Charles II Britannia coins from the 17th century hidden beneath rocks and pyrite strewn across the shore. The year 1771 was plainly printed on one of the pieces, lending credence to the theory that the currency dates back several centuries.

Where did these coins from the 17th century come from? Could those in a hurry, searching for buried wealth, have accidentally dropped them? Or, could they have been deposited there by a wealthy group trying to hide their treasure on Oak Island? Without a doubt, the Oak Island crew would need to do additional research.

The digging of the Money Pit on Oak Island is generally recognized as marking the beginning of the island’s treasure-hunting history. It is thought that the buried treasure can be found in the pit, also referred to as the Money Pit, a man-made hole. Legend has it that a group of youths around 13 or 14 were exploring the island in 1795 when they came across a depression in the earth. They started digging, thinking it was man-made, and uncovered layers of logs and other items.

However, their attempts were foiled by a mysterious torrent that filled the pit with water, making further exploration impossible. News of the discovery spread quickly, and soon treasure hunters from around the world began flocking to Oak Island in hopes of finding riches.

In 1803, a group of investors known as the Enslow Company undertook the first organized excavation of the Money Pit, which was named after them. The group was unsuccessful in reaching the bottom, and their excavation had to stop. Over the next century, various groups attempted to uncover the island’s mysteries but were thwarted, largely due to flooding of the pit. The pit was also rigged with mechanisms that, if activated, would fill it with water, preventing discovery of the treasure.

The digs continued, and in 1861 the Oak Island Treasure Company was established. This team dug down to 90 feet before flooding stopped their efforts. The company went bankrupt in 1909, halting excavations permanently. Since then, other groups have tried to discover the treasure, but the mystery of the Money Pit remains unsolved.

The discovery of the Money Pit and the first excavations played a vital role in Oak Island’s history and the ongoing quest for riches, despite difficulties. Interest in the Oak Island mystery has not waned, even after centuries of failures.

In recent years, new organizations have attempted to solve the island’s mysteries. The Oak Island Tourism Society was established in 2010 to preserve the island’s history and promote tourism. The Oak Island Archaeological Society has participated in digs and increased public awareness of the treasure search.

It seems likely that the majority of any treasure would go to the Lagina brothers. Their search of Oak Island is covered under a treasure trove license, a government act allowing licensed treasure hunters to keep 90% of wealth found. Marty elaborates that if a substantial treasure were discovered, multiple claimants might assert ownership based on domicile, family genealogy, or other factors. At least two receivers are obvious: the Lagina brothers and the government, who would have justifiable claims. Only time will tell if such a scenario occurs on The Curse of Oak Island.

Did King Arthur really exist, or was he a figment of our ancestors’ imagination? Scientists have studied the legend, noting that Arthur might have been seen as a messianic figure who set a code of conduct and protected his people from Saxon enemies. From retrieving his father’s sword as a young boy to battles establishing his kingdom and his eventual fall at Camelin, Arthur’s reign was marked by prosperity, aided by Merlin and his knights of the round table representing equality, unity, honor, courage, and chivalry.

Despite these ideals, Arthur faced personal and political challenges. His queen’s affair with Sir Lancelot caused heartbreak, and he fought the Saxons 12 times, relying on Excalibur to overcome them. Civil conflicts, such as the Battle of Camelin, resulted from challenges by his son Mordred with his half-sister Morgos, ultimately leading to Arthur’s death. Lack of evidence has rendered his reign largely mythical.

Excavations at Tintagel Castle in Cornwall have produced artifacts from Arthur’s purported time, including a stone tablet inscribed with “Artonu,” possibly referencing Arthur. Findings like Mediterranean pottery and fine glass suggest the site was a center of trade and culture. Glastonbury Abbey has been claimed as the final resting place of King Arthur and Queen Guinevere, with a coffin containing remains of a large man and a smaller woman, adding to the fascination.

Cadbury Castle in Somerset is believed by many to be the mythical Camelot due to its strategic location, fortifications, and artifacts found during excavation, supporting the Arthurian legends. Similarly, the Winchester Round Table, dating to the 13th century, may represent a reconstructed version of Arthur’s legendary table.

From ancient burial sites to legendary artifacts, these discoveries continue to shed light on the myths and possible realities of King Arthur’s story.