Larchmore (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Larchmore (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 3.041 N,6 51.05 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.050683
  • Longitude: -6.850833
Water Depth 121 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4355
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 3, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

NO DATE NOTED. WK IN 490300N, 065800W. (MANIERES BOOK). MAY BE 'LARCHMORE'. 13.1.87 13.1.87 SHOWN IN 490300N, 065800W [EUR] ON FRENCH 6989 [1986]. FR RECORDS STATE: COULD BE 'LARCHMORE'. 12.7.99 12.7.99 NOTED WITH POSN ACCURACY 1MILE. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1999). INS AS NDW PD IN 490300N, 065100W. BR STD. [SEE ALSO WK 21560]. HH091/052/01 7.11.06 HH091/052/01 7.11.06 NOT LOCATED BY M/B, DISPROVED. (HMS ECHO, HI 1052). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE & SUNK BY GUNFIRE. (WW1SL) PASSAGE CARDIFF TO BOMBAY. CARGO COAL. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 49 3.041 N,6 51.05 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 121 meters deep.

When did the LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 3, 1915.

When was the wreck of the LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1915.

What country did the LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY)?

The LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 4355 tons.

What type of wreck is the LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY)?

The LARCHMORE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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