Borg (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Borg (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 38.022 N,5 18.26 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.633700
  • Longitude: -5.304333
Wreck Depth 85 m
Water Depth 93 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BORG (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 85 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 2111
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 10, 1918
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Jul 19, 2007

Surveying Details

H3895/74 2.12.74 WK LOCATED 12.9.73 IN 493759N, 051812W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 85 IN GEN DEPTH 93MTRS. (HMS HECATE, HI 16/74). - NM 169/75. H1310/80 14.5.80 FF REPD IN 493800N, 051815W [OGB] USING DECCA. (E GILES, DTD 20.4.80). HH090/497/02 25.10.91 NOT FOUND DURING AREA OR DISPROVING SEARCH. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 497). NCA. 19.7.07 RECORD REVIEWED. AMEND DEAD. BR STD. 19.7.07 NOT LOCATED WITHIN 300 YARDS. (D BRYDON, LTR DTD 17.7.07). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1888 BY J BLUMER & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CAIRNS, NOBLE & CO. PASSAGE BILBAO FOR JARROW. TORPEDOED BY UB-103. 24 LIVES LOST. (DODS, LLWW1, WW1SL & DER KRIEG ZUR SEE).

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FAQ

Where is the BORG (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The BORG (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 49 38.022 N,5 18.26 W.

How deep is the BORG (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The BORG (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 85 meters and is located at coordinates 49 38.022 N,5 18.26 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BORG (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the BORG (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 93 meters deep.

When did the BORG (POSSIBLY) sink?

The BORG (POSSIBLY) sank on Jun 10, 1918.

When was the wreck of the BORG (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the BORG (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the BORG (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The BORG (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BORG (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The BORG (POSSIBLY) was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the BORG (POSSIBLY)?

The BORG (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 2111 tons.

What type of wreck is the BORG (POSSIBLY)?

The BORG (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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