Dragon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category distributed remains of wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Dragon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 13.686 N,3 50.52 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.228100
  • Longitude: -3.842000
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DRAGON
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Cargo granular or powdery material,foodstuffs: liquid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 22, 1757
Original Detection Year 1990
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source other
Surveying Details 14.12.90 WRECKAGE CONSISTING OF 8 IRON GUNS AND VARIOUS TIMBERS LOCATED NEAR CATHOLE CLIFFS IN 501339N, 035027W [OGB]. POSN FROM DECCA. BELIEVED WK OF 'DRAGON'. BAR SHOT AND RUDDER PINTEL/HANGER HAVE BEEN RECOVERED FROM SITE. (W J BUNTING). APPLICATION FOR DESIGNATION AS HISTORIC WK BEING CONSIDERED. NCA. 16.8.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (MARIN MATTEKNIK, HI 1356). NCA. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date May 13, 2014

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED AT CATHOLE WHILE ON PASSAGE JAMAICA TO LONDON. (DEVON SHIPWRECKS).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 13.686 N,3 50.52 W
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FAQ

Where is the DRAGON wreck located?

The DRAGON wreck is located at coordinates 50 13.686 N,3 50.52 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DRAGON?

The seabed around the DRAGON lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the DRAGON sink?

The DRAGON sank on Aug 22, 1757.

When was the wreck of the DRAGON discovered?

The wreck of the DRAGON was discovered in 1990.

What country did the DRAGON belong to?

The DRAGON belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DRAGON carrying?

The DRAGON was carrying granular or powdery material,foodstuffs: liquid.

What type of wreck is the DRAGON?

The DRAGON is classified as a sailing vessel.