If its a sunken warship, it belongs to Spain.
“If its a sunken warship, it belongs to Spain.”
Curious: how far back does this extend in history? To the Armada?
If we find an ancient Roman ship, does it belong to Italy?
Only if, under maritime law, Spain has been trying to recover its contents since it sunk.
That’s the tricky part about unearthing a treasure horde. Much like what caused it’s sinking, you’d better be prepared to defend it, whether it is from thieves or governments. And really there is no difference.
Spain had 300+ years to salvage the loot, but.didn’t. It sux to be them!