Historical Artifacts and Their Significance

The team investigates a Roman sword and coin found near Oak Island, exploring their historical significance and potential connections to ancient civilizations like the Romans and Carthaginians. They consult experts to determine the authenticity of these artifacts and explore the swamp for further clues, discovering a horseshoe that may date back to the 1400s. The findings suggest possible links to the Knights Templar and raise questions about the history of Oak Island.

What was the main purpose of the team's visit to St. Mary's University?

• To conduct a lecture on Oak Island

• To meet with local historians

• To study ancient Roman architecture

• To verify the authenticity of a Roman sword

Who is Professor Myles McCallum?

• An expert on Roman archaeology

• A professor of medieval history

• A local historian

• A treasure hunter

What unusual feature did the team notice about the sword's construction?

• It was made of gold

• It was a single cast piece

• It had inscriptions in Latin

• It was made using a bivalve mold

What did the XRF analysis reveal about the copper coin?

• It contained high levels of gold

• It was made entirely of silver

• It had high content in copper, lead, and tin

• It was a modern replica

What historical period does Sandy Campbell suggest the coin might belong to?

• Medieval

• Roman or Byzantine

• Modern

• Viking

What did the team find in Portugal that was similar to Oak Island?

• A Roman sword

• A medieval castle

• A cobblestone road

• A treasure map

What is the significance of the stone road found on Oak Island?

• It leads to a hidden treasure

• It is identical to a Roman road in Portugal

• It was built by the Vikings

• It is a modern construction

What was the horseshoe found in the swamp dated to?

• The 1800s

• The 1900s

• The 1600s

• The 1400s

What type of horse was the horseshoe likely used for?

• A draft horse

• A cavalry horse

• A racing horse

• A farm horse

What does the discovery of the horseshoe suggest about Oak Island?

• It had a significant historical presence

• It was used for farming

• It was a site for horse racing

• It was a modern settlement