George Butz Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
George butz Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 4.01 S,61 4.26 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -51.066833
  • Longitude: -61.071000
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GEORGE BUTZ
Type brigantine
Flag US
Tonnage 266
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 26, 1864
Original Detection Year 1970
Original Source other
Surveying Details 27.2.70 WRECKED ON GRAND JASON. NCA, POSN 510400S, 610400W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

26.11.1864 VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM PHILADELPHIA FOR SAN FRANCISCO. WRECKED ON GRAND JASON. SINKING DATES GIVEN AS 26.11.1864 OR MAY 1888. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the GEORGE BUTZ wreck located?

The GEORGE BUTZ wreck is located at coordinates 51 4.01 S,61 4.26 W.

When did the GEORGE BUTZ sink?

The GEORGE BUTZ sank on Nov 26, 1864.

When was the wreck of the GEORGE BUTZ discovered?

The wreck of the GEORGE BUTZ was discovered in 1970.

What country did the GEORGE BUTZ belong to?

The GEORGE BUTZ belonged to US.

What cargo was the GEORGE BUTZ carrying?

The GEORGE BUTZ was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the GEORGE BUTZ?

The GEORGE BUTZ had a tonnage of 266 tons.

What type of wreck is the GEORGE BUTZ?

The GEORGE BUTZ is classified as a brigantine.

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