Introduction to Maritime Archaeology in the Post-Medieval Nordic Context

Post-medieval Nordic maritime archaeology reveals intensified sea-human interactions due to technological advancements, globalization, trade, and warfare, with shipwrecks like the Vasa providing unprecedented insights into historical contexts. This study examines submerged heritage, including scuttled ships from the UNESCO World Heritage Site Suomenlinna, Finland, and merchant vessel wrecks that trace early modern trade networks. Multidisciplinary approaches, such as analyzing material culture and maritime graffiti, offer nuanced perspectives on human lives and historical narratives.

Koivikko, M. (2026). Introduction to Maritime Archaeology in the Post-Medieval Nordic Context. The Oxford Handbook of Post-Medieval Archaeology in the Nordic Countries, 703–714. https://doi.org/10.1093/9780197756690.003.0043