In 1908, two rival expeditions raced against time and the elements to recover treasure from a sunken Spanish galleon at Pedro Bank.

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It's time to say goodbye – this morning the 40 skippers shared their last thoughts before casting off. These were moments of strong emotion with family and close friends. Read the sailors’ final words ...

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