Have been interested since 1965. However, it seems like for every clue that is found, then that is the location to dig. I do not see an original comprehensive plan, like finding the flood tunnels on either side of the island. Also, if I was going to hide a treasure app.100 ft.down, would I advertise with a rock stating that millions in gold is below? And then sabotage it with water to cover it, making it completely irretrievable. Most buried treasures have a back door, did anyone look for it? Next, why would a ship be scuttled in the swamp. Ships in those days were expensive to build. All is conjecture with every artifact that is found. If the 18 treasure ships of the Templars did deposit treasure on Oak Island. what ports did they go after that?
Personally,( based on the cross found), that is the BIG find, not French or pirate treasure.