Brizeux (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Brizeux (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 55 N,2 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.916667
  • Longitude: -2.500000
Water Depth 64 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRIZEUX (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag FR
Tonnage 2197
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 21, 1916
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1990
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

SANK APPROX. 12 MILES NNW OF THE CASQUETS. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS, VOL.17). SANK IN 495100N, 023500W, APPROX. (LL WW1). 29.10.75 29.10.75 INS AS USC PA 25FMS IN 495500N, 023000W. NE 2649. 6.12.76 6.12.76 AMENDED TO USC PA 45MTRS. NC 2454. 5.2.80 5.2.80 SHOWN AS NDW PA IN 495500N, 023000W. (FR 878 [DEC '79]). HH090/496/01 16.10.90 HH090/496/01 16.10.90 NOT LOCATED. (NP 1008, HI 496). BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE UB 18 WHILE ON PASSAGE LE HAVRE TO BUENOS AIRES. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS, VOL.17).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 55 N,2 30 W
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FAQ

Where is the BRIZEUX (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The BRIZEUX (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 49 55 N,2 30 W.

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

The seabed around the BRIZEUX (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 64 meters deep.

When did the BRIZEUX (POSSIBLY) sink?

The BRIZEUX (POSSIBLY) sank on Oct 21, 1916.

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

The wreck of the BRIZEUX (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1916.

What country did the BRIZEUX (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The BRIZEUX (POSSIBLY) belonged to FR.

What cargo was the BRIZEUX (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The BRIZEUX (POSSIBLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the BRIZEUX (POSSIBLY)?

The BRIZEUX (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 2197 tons.

What type of wreck is the BRIZEUX (POSSIBLY)?

The BRIZEUX (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.

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