Brittany Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Brittany Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 50 N,8 30.05 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.833333
  • Longitude: -8.500833
Water Depth 122 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRITTANY
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 100.6 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 5.2
Tonnage 2926
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 5, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK IN 555000N, 083000W. (SEA BREEZES, VOL 45).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1898, SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH HMS EGLANTINE. EN-ROUTE CLYDE TO BUENOS AIRES OR LIVERPOOL FOR MONTEVIDEO IN CONVOY.

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FAQ

Where is the BRITTANY wreck located?

The BRITTANY wreck is located at coordinates 55 50 N,8 30.05 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BRITTANY?

The seabed around the BRITTANY lies at approximately 122 meters deep.

When did the BRITTANY sink?

The BRITTANY sank on Feb 5, 1918.

When was the wreck of the BRITTANY discovered?

The wreck of the BRITTANY was discovered in 1918.

What country did the BRITTANY belong to?

The BRITTANY belonged to GB.

What cargo was the BRITTANY carrying?

The BRITTANY was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the BRITTANY?

The BRITTANY had a tonnage of 2926 tons.

What type of wreck is the BRITTANY?

The BRITTANY is classified as a steam ship.

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