Did the Romans Discover Brazil? Marine Archaeologist Robert Marx is Diving to Find Out

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1982.​
 

Robert Marx, an experienced marine archaeologist.​

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Marx uncovered what looked like ancient Roman vases in Guanabara Bay; the harbour of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.​
 

These jars were the packing containers used in our ancient world.​
 

"If authentic, it would be one of the most important discoveries in the field of marine archaeology."​
 

The Romans could have beaten Columbus, Cabral, the Chinese and even the Vikings to the New World.​

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1976.​
 

Lobster divers recover potsherds studded with barnacles in the bay.​
 

A Brazilian diver brought up two complete amphorae with twin handles, tapering at the bottom.​
 

Brazilian experts disagree over the age of the jars; they have been given to the Navy and are currently stored in a warehouse.​

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