The predecessor namesake of Lord Nelson's flagship, this HMS Victory was lost, with all hands, during a violent storm in October 1744 - it was believed that she foundered on Black Rock, just off the Casquets, a treacherous rock formation close to Alderney and recent underwater archaeological investigations have apparently located what still remains of her.
Odyssey Marine Exploration have so far managed to raise two of her cannon, but are currently in dispute with the British government over salvage rights - maritime law says that the wreck, which is in British territorial waters, belongs to the government, but negotiations continue.
Painting by renowned 18th century marine artist Peter Monamay.