Frances Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Frances Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 57.536 N,5 2.562 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.958933
  • Longitude: -5.042700
Water Depth 73 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FRANCES
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 56
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 23, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source other
Surveying Details 18.5.18 SUNK APPROX 6M EAST OF THE LIZARD. (BOT SKIPPER, DOCKET M24286). NCA. POSN 495730N, 050230W FOR FILING ONLY. HH091/059/01 1.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED AND BOMBED BY SUBMARINE 6M S FROM THE LIZARD. 2 LIVES LOST. (WW1SL). SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 6M E OF THE LIZARD WHILST EN ROUTE FROM SWANSEA TO ST BRIEUC. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the FRANCES wreck located?

The FRANCES wreck is located at coordinates 49 57.536 N,5 2.562 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FRANCES?

The seabed around the FRANCES lies at approximately 73 meters deep.

When did the FRANCES sink?

The FRANCES sank on Apr 23, 1918.

When was the wreck of the FRANCES discovered?

The wreck of the FRANCES was discovered in 1918.

What country did the FRANCES belong to?

The FRANCES belonged to GB.

What cargo was the FRANCES carrying?

The FRANCES was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the FRANCES?

The FRANCES had a tonnage of 56 tons.

What type of wreck is the FRANCES?

The FRANCES is classified as a sailing vessel.

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