AS I have mentioned previously, I have been enjoying re-watching the 2015 TV series Poldark during this latest lockdown. It is set in Cornwall and the coast and and sea are featured as much as the main protagonists. Back in the late 18th century when the stories are set, when a ship got into trouble in sight of the coast, there would be great excitement on land because any spoils that floated ashore would then become the property of whoever it was who owned the ground upon which it arrived. It did lead to some disputes, especially with the original owners of any salvaged cargo, which could be very valuable.