As seas rise, American history could be washed away

In Jamestown, Virginia, one of the most important places in American history is in a race against time from rising waters Sean Romo stops digging the moment he sees a faint line emerge in the sandy Virginia soil.

First covered Jul 2, 2026 · 11:00 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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46d Guardian Environment As seas rise, American history could be washed away — In Jamestown, Virginia, one of the most important places in American history is in a race against time from rising waters Sean Romo stops digging the moment he…

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Appeared in: 2026-07-03 (#8)

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