Boy Francis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Boy francis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 42 S,18 5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -32.700000
  • Longitude: 18.083333
Water Depth 17 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOY FRANCIS
Type fishing vessel
Flag ZA
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 2, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.5.74 8.5.74 WRECK IN 324200S, 180500E APPROX, IN THE ST HELENA BAY AREA. (LL VOL.216). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 14, 2010

Circumstances of loss

LOST ON THE FIRST NIGHT OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN FISHING SEASON IN HEAVY WEATHER WITH AN UNUSUALLY LARGE CATCH. ALL CREW WERE SAFELY RESCUED. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY LAMBERTS BAY CANNING CO. (LL VOL.216)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 32 42 S,18 5 E
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FAQ

Where is the BOY FRANCIS wreck located?

The BOY FRANCIS wreck is located at coordinates 32 42 S,18 5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BOY FRANCIS?

The seabed around the BOY FRANCIS lies at approximately 17 meters deep.

When did the BOY FRANCIS sink?

The BOY FRANCIS sank on Jan 2, 1974.

When was the wreck of the BOY FRANCIS discovered?

The wreck of the BOY FRANCIS was discovered in 1974.

What country did the BOY FRANCIS belong to?

The BOY FRANCIS belonged to ZA.

What type of wreck is the BOY FRANCIS?

The BOY FRANCIS is classified as a fishing vessel.

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