1968 Bertrand Excavation: treasure hunters unearth lost steamboat cargo; artifacts chart 1865 frontier trade
In 1968, treasure hunters made an exciting discovery when they unearthed the sunken steamboat Bertrand from the depths of the Missouri River. This vessel tragically sank while transporting supplies to Montana's mining settlements in 1865. Excavations uncovered over 250,000 artifacts such as everyday household items and mining gear, remarkably preserved…
The Times of India ·