Blossom Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Blossom Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		13 23.02 N,16 48.92 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.383667
  • Longitude: -16.815333
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BLOSSOM
Type schooner
Flag US
Tonnage 103
Tonnage Type net
Cargo salt
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 7, 1930
Original Detection Year 1930
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 2.10.95 VESSEL WENT ASHORE IN 132300N, 164900W APPROX. REPORTEDLY LYING ON HER STARBOARD SIDE AND BREAKING UP. (LL 10.4.30). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jun 20, 2003

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE BRAVA, CAPE VERDE FOR BATHURST. WENT ASHORE ON THE BIJOL ISLANDS AND BECAME A TOTAL LOSS. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the BLOSSOM wreck located?

The BLOSSOM wreck is located at coordinates 13 23.02 N,16 48.92 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BLOSSOM?

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

When did the BLOSSOM sink?

The BLOSSOM sank on Feb 7, 1930.

When was the wreck of the BLOSSOM discovered?

The wreck of the BLOSSOM was discovered in 1930.

What country did the BLOSSOM belong to?

The BLOSSOM belonged to US.

What cargo was the BLOSSOM carrying?

The BLOSSOM was carrying salt.

What was the tonnage of the BLOSSOM?

The BLOSSOM had a tonnage of 103 tons.

What type of wreck is the BLOSSOM?

The BLOSSOM is classified as a schooner.

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