Fort Confidence Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Fort confidence Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
36 46.43 N,3 6.18 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.773833
  • Longitude: 3.103000
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name FORT CONFIDENCE
Type steam ship
Length 134.1 m
Width 17.4 m
Tonnage 7130
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 16, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 10.2.95 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 364630N, 030615E APPROX. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 18, 2018

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED ON FIRE AT ALGIERS, LATER BEACHED AS A TOTAL LOSS.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 36 46.43 N,3 6.18 E
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FAQ

Where is the FORT CONFIDENCE wreck located?

The FORT CONFIDENCE wreck is located at coordinates 36 46.43 N,3 6.18 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FORT CONFIDENCE?

The seabed around the FORT CONFIDENCE lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the FORT CONFIDENCE sink?

The FORT CONFIDENCE sank on Jul 16, 1943.

When was the wreck of the FORT CONFIDENCE discovered?

The wreck of the FORT CONFIDENCE was discovered in 1943.

What was the tonnage of the FORT CONFIDENCE?

The FORT CONFIDENCE had a tonnage of 7130 tons.

What type of wreck is the FORT CONFIDENCE?

The FORT CONFIDENCE is classified as a steam ship.