Colonsay Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Colonsay Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 16.01 S,59 46.06 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -52.266833
  • Longitude: -59.767667
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name COLONSAY
Type barque
Flag GB
Tonnage 598
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 14, 1860
Original Detection Year 1860
Original Source other
Surveying Details 2.3.70 RAN AGROUND ON SPEEDWELL ISLAND. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). POSN 521600S, 594548W APPROX FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

REGISTERED IN GLASGOW. PASSAGE CALLAO FOR ENGLAND. STRUCK HEAVILY ON SPEEDWELL ISLAND. ALL CREW SAVED. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the COLONSAY wreck located?

The COLONSAY wreck is located at coordinates 52 16.01 S,59 46.06 W.

When did the COLONSAY sink?

The COLONSAY sank on Aug 14, 1860.

When was the wreck of the COLONSAY discovered?

The wreck of the COLONSAY was discovered in 1860.

What country did the COLONSAY belong to?

The COLONSAY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the COLONSAY?

The COLONSAY had a tonnage of 598 tons.

What type of wreck is the COLONSAY?

The COLONSAY is classified as a barque.

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