Blanche Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Blanche Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 37.52 S,57 45.26 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -51.625333
  • Longitude: -57.754333
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BLANCHE
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 344
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1856
Original Source other
Surveying Details 3.3.70 PUT BACK FROM STASEN ISLAND & BEACHED NEAR KIDNEY ISLAND ROCKS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA, POSN 512783S, 574500W [SAP] FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 11, 2010

Circumstances of loss

DELIBERATELY STRANDED AFTER DEVELOPING A LEAK. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the BLANCHE wreck located?

The BLANCHE wreck is located at coordinates 51 37.52 S,57 45.26 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BLANCHE?

The seabed around the BLANCHE lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When was the wreck of the BLANCHE discovered?

The wreck of the BLANCHE was discovered in 1856.

What country did the BLANCHE belong to?

The BLANCHE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BLANCHE?

The BLANCHE had a tonnage of 344 tons.

What type of wreck is the BLANCHE?

The BLANCHE is classified as a sailing vessel.

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