France Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
France Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 22 S,39 27 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -32.366667
  • Longitude: -39.450000
Water Depth 4200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FRANCE
Type barque
Flag FR
Length 110 m
Width 14.9 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 3800
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 13, 1901
Original Detection Year 1901
Original Source other
Surveying Details 18.10.71 18.10.71 WK IN 322200S, 392700W. (DODS). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 2, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1890 BY D. & W. HENDERSON & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ANT. DOM. BORDES & FILS. PASSAGE TYNE FOR IQUIQUE. WAS LAST SEEN LISTING HEAVILY & SIGNALLING FOR HELP AFTER A HURRICANE HAD PASSED. THE SHIP OR CREW WERE NOT SEEN AGAIN. (DODS)

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FAQ

Where is the FRANCE wreck located?

The FRANCE wreck is located at coordinates 32 22 S,39 27 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FRANCE?

The seabed around the FRANCE lies at approximately 4200 meters deep.

When did the FRANCE sink?

The FRANCE sank on May 13, 1901.

When was the wreck of the FRANCE discovered?

The wreck of the FRANCE was discovered in 1901.

What country did the FRANCE belong to?

The FRANCE belonged to FR.

What cargo was the FRANCE carrying?

The FRANCE was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the FRANCE?

The FRANCE had a tonnage of 3800 tons.

What type of wreck is the FRANCE?

The FRANCE is classified as a barque.

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