Above it, on a sawedoff tree limb, hung an old ships block and tackle. We can only conjecture as to how the group left the island. Lagina are new treasure hunters from michigans upper peninsula. Pdf the treasure found on oak island nova sc amanpreet. It is a valuable resource for oak island researchers, and enthusiasts alike. The worlds longest running treasure hunt since 1795. Read the readers digest article that inspired rick lagina to. The secret of the worlds greatest treasure hunt mysteries and secrets book 1 kindle edition by fanthorpe, lionel, patricia fanthorpe. Oak island money pit the last great unsolved mystery. I nterestingly, many observers of the oak island mystery believe the inscribed stone together with a grouping of other stones on the island indicate the people actually responsible for engineering the money pit.
The treecovered island is one of about 360 small islands in mahone bay and rises to a maximum of 11 metres 36 feet above sea level. Oak island is in mahone bay, lunenburg county, on nova scotias south shore. Harris two editions of the oak island mystery it is obvious that by the time the oak island treasure company was incorporated in 1893 there was a good deal of confusion as to precisely where the original shaft had been. Due to the wide range of publications that have reported on the mystery, each generation of searchers have received many theories from folks around the world. It was an article in a copy of the readers digest published in january 1965 that got many peoples attention. The january 1965 edition of the publication which was at the time the bestselling magazine in the united states included an article reprinted from the rotarian magazine and written by david. After 38 years of searching, oak islands most famous treasure hunter believes hes solved the mystery of the famous mahone bay island. The materials in the les macphie archives consist of many of the presentations he created, and the documents he collected over the years during his research into oak island in mahone bay, nova scotia. Apr 03, 2012 the oak island mystery has been the worlds greatest and strangest treasure hunt, and after years of research the authors have finally solved the sinister with an answer that is challenging, controversial, and disturbing. Aug 24, 2017 oak island, a privately owned island in lunenburg county in nova scotia is associated with a great mystery. When william chappell recovered the fragment of parchment he may or may not have been drilling at the site of the. A readers digest classic, originally published 1965 for 200 years, the promise of pirates payday buried deep in a pit off nova scotias coast has attracted schemers and dreamers from around the world. The readers digest story was in fact the same one that sparked an interest in the oak island mystery in fellow treasurehunter and the curse of oak island star dan blankenship, who moved to.
Standing over this depression was a tree whose branches had been cut in a way which looked like it had been used as a pulley. The reason for writing this is to ensure the correct factual information and context is known about the oak island map, its relationship to the cremona document, and the chain of events that led to confusion about the authenticity of the oak island map are accurately documented for the historical record. The oak island money pit in nova scotia, shrouded in mystery for hundreds of years, can be investigated by booking a walk the mystery tour. The treasure that was found on oak island for 219 years many have searched and very little, if any, has ever really been found, until now. Oak island family, written by bob and mildred restalls daughter, gives a clear account of oak islands strange history and the restall familys attempt to change it. The oak island mystery has fascinated me since i was a small boy, and first read of the incredible treasure at the bottom of the famed money pit well, theres supposed to be treasure at the bottom. Tobias shares or sell their lots, which amount to 78 per cent of the island. Discover nova scotias fascinating oak island treasure and famous money pit. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Many of these items are available for the first time online. In 1965, my father, james troutman, set out on an expedition from california to nova scotia to meet up with robert dunfield, and dan blankenship, as partner in a group to find the elusive treasure on oak island. In an exclusive interview with this newspaper, dan blankenship said he has uncovered evidence that proves the 32hectare island is the repository for millions in silver and gold left behind by marauding. Treasure hunted says hes solved the oak island puzzle.
Apr 15, 2020 oak island is a privately owned island on the shore of nova scotia, canada. Dec 26, 2018 the reason for writing this is to ensure the correct factual information and context is known about the oak island map, its relationship to the cremona document, and the chain of events that led to confusion about the authenticity of the oak island map are accurately documented for the historical record. This page shows the location of oak island, chester, ns b0j, canada on a detailed satellite map. Oak island is a 57hectare 140acre privately owned island in lunenburg county on the south shore of nova scotia, canada.
Oak island and the search for buried treasure by joann hamiltonbarry. It is located approximately on the 45n latitude and lies in. Indeed, it was the very place that treasure hunter dan blankenship, and now oak island resident first read about the mystery that was to change the course of his life. Theories about artifacts present on the island range from pirate treasure, to shakespearean manuscripts, to possibly the. Personal notes and more than 50 neverbeforepublished photographs and sketches help make oak island family an engrossing read. Aug, 2005 the materials in the les macphie archives consist of many of the presentations he created, and the documents he collected over the years during his research into oak island in mahone bay, nova scotia. For 200 years, the promise of pirates payday buried deep in a pit off nova scotias coast has attracted schemers and dreamers from around the world. It is one of the better books on oak island in my opinion. As much a book of mythology and storytelling as one of history and mystery, the curse of oak island is the perfect companion piece for those of us who watch the show and wonder at the details beneath the narrative. One summer day in 1795 daniel mcginnis, then a teenager, was wandering about oak island, nova scotia see geography when he came across a curious circular depression in the ground.
Theories about artifacts present on the island range from pirate treasure, to shakespearean manuscripts, to possibly the holy grail or the ark of the covenant, with the grail. The ottawa geotechnical group by les macphie, may 18, 2011. The oak island association was formed in 1861 with 63 men and 33 horses. A few years had passed, and the onslow company tried to finish what daniel and his friends started. It is thought that the island has buried treasure at a depth of approximately 150200 feet.
Solved the oak island puzzle staff reporter the halifax herald limited 123. Since then the mystery of oak islands money pit has enthralled generations of treasure hunters, including a boston insurance salesman. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the oak island mystery. The oak island mystery refers to stories of buried treasure and unexplained objects found on or near oak island in nova scotia. The curse of oak island project report berminghammer. Craig tester of curse of oak island is selling michigan.
Worlds greatest treasure hunt mysteries and secrets fanthorpe, lionel and patricia on. In 1795, a teenager discovered a mysterious circular depression in the ground on oak island, in nova scotia, canada, and ignited rumors of. Jun 24, 2019 what you need to know about oak island. Read the readers digest article that inspired rick lagina. Membership and donation information can be found on the societys website. The oak island tourism society suggests you buy one of these books to read all the amazing details about oak island. Latest episode aired tue 1282020 the eye of the storm season 7. On a knoll at one end of the island, he noticed an odd depression. Thechronicalheraldoct21965americangeologisthasnewplanfor oak island the chronical herald nov 5 1965 kidds treasure key found scrapbook page 12 the standard weekend magazine vol15 no44 oct 30 65 death on treasure island. Regardless of rumours, the investment not only confirms the fact that the brothers, are indeed determined to get to the bottom of this mystery, and it. After 38 years of searching, oak island s most famous treasure hunter believes hes solved the mystery of the famous mahone bay island.
The oak island mystery has been the worlds greatest and strangest treasure hunt, and after years of research the authors have finally solved the sinister with an answer that is challenging, controversial, and disturbing. Brothers rick and marty lagina along with their partners were gearing up for another shot at finding the elusive treasure a quest that is the subject of the history channels hit docuseries, the curse of oak island. Apr 05, 2018 the story oak island is full of mystery, allure, and even tragedy. In an exclusive interview with this newspaper, dan blankenship said he has uncovered evidence that proves the 32hectare island. The curse of oak island star rick lagina was just 11 years old when he picked up an edition of readers digest and first his eyes on an article that would change his life forever.
To establish my bona fides as a onetime hopeful among oak island devotees i attach a copy of a duplicate of my stock certificate in the nowdefunct oak island exploration company. Oak island in lunenburg county, nova scotia, canada, is a privately owned island. Oak island and its lost treasure by graham harris and les mcphie. Oak island, nova scotia, is famous for containing one of the great enigmas of history. This was the catalyst that started the oak island mystery and eventually led to an organized investigation less than a decade later. Harris as my go to book for the history of the island. The story oak island is full of mystery, allure, and even tragedy. They may have repaired their crippled ship to some extent, and sailed away in her, and have been lost at sea. In 1795, on oak island in nova scotia, three young men stumbled upon a round depression in the ground. Jun 18, 2019 dan blankenship confirms new treasure hunting partners by angie zinck. And, rumor has it, an incredible treasure was once buried on the island.
The january 1965 edition of the publication which was at the time the bestselling magazine in the united states included an article reprinted from the. A volunteer driven, notforprofit dedicated to keeping the past alive for future generations. The oak island mystery has intrigued people for 224 years. The long parade of searchers began one day 200 years ago, when daniel mcginnis, a 16yearold from chester, n. Key oak island article readers digest 1965 oak island. While the carved tablet naturally invites interest, some feel that the cipher is merely one of a collection of uniquely compelling rocks. The mystery of whats buried deep in the money pit on oak island in nova scotia may finally have been solved. No one has been able to dig down to the treasure in the deep, boobytrapped hole, despite the fact that millionaires and famous people like fdr have tried. Blankenship said he either had to find a new partner to buy out mr.
Key oak island article readers digest 1965 it was an article in a copy of the readers digest published in january 1965 that got many peoples attention. My heart is with them, and i wish they would be rewarded for their efforts. However, its not the actual island that people care about, but the mysterious buried treasure supposedly stashed away somewhere on the island. The story of oak island is contained in one of the many fine books on the subject that we have listed below for your consideration. They dug two tunnels parallel to the money pit to depths of 118 feet and 120 feet deep, but they were flooded. Shocking that their are no records of the onslow co. The curse of oak island was created in early 2014 by the history channel as a reality television show that describes the history of oak island with its discoveries and events. Read book online now pdf download the oak island mystery. Six teen feet above it, on a sawedoff tree limb, hung an old ships tackle block. Dan and david blankenship and marty and rick lagina in the show try to uncover the treasure if any on oak lsland using modern day technology and tactics other than. Oak island treasure mystery, nova scotia, canada supposedly hidden and boobytrapped by captain kidds crew. After 224 years, the oak island mystery, now has the greatest chance ever to finally being solved.
It covers an area of about 57hectare and is one of the more than 360 islands located in mahone bay. Often referred to as the money pit, oak island is a mysterious island in nova scotia. Oak island is a privately owned island on the shore of nova scotia, canada. These oak island research materials are provided courtesy of the chester municipal heritage society chms. Nov 01, 2019 craig tester is ready to part with his own piece of treasure.
The island is located 200 metres 660 feet from shore and connected to the mainland by a causeway and gate. From street and road map to highresolution satellite imagery of oak island. Internet archive has recently been repopulated with the most publicized oak island theories that this treasure mystery can offer. Since the 19th century, a number of attempts have been made to locate treasure and artifacts. Oct 28, 2017 regardless of rumours, the investment not only confirms the fact that the brothers, are indeed determined to get to the bottom of this mystery, and it is also an incredible incentive for the. Despite causing a flood from drilling, they found a mysterious. A readers digest classic, originally published 1965.
Full documentary films mystery treasure on oak island. The readers digest story was in fact the same one that sparked an interest in the oak island mystery in fellow treasurehunter and the curse of oak island star dan blankenship, who moved to the. Craig tester is ready to part with his own piece of treasure. This section is a repository for all key documents relating to the oak island money pit mystery which have kindly been donated by friends of the website over the years. Newspaper articles, radio interviews, updated information concerning oak island research into the money pit. The small island, which covers 140 acres 570,000 m. The theories and ideas on technology are fairly consistent through each generation. Brothers discover ancient 220yearold treasure on oak island. Theoak island mystery this page intentionally left blank theoak island mystery the secret of the worlds greate. The oak island mystery has all the elements of those exciting stories which captured our imagination as children, and in a world where everything is so certain, its compelling to ponder one of the very few remaining mysteries. Longtime treasure hunter dan blankenship confirms that his oak island tours inc.