Magellan Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Magellan Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 30.51 S,57 59.56 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -51.508500
  • Longitude: -57.992667
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MAGELLAN
Type sailing vessel
Flag FR
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1820
Last Detection Year 1982
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Surveying Details

3.3.70 LOST IN 513400S, 575900W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H2020/81 20.4.83 LOCAL INFORMATION INDICATES THIS VESSEL FETCHED UP IN MAGELLAN COVE. BROKEN UP SEVERAL YEARS AGO. LARGE NUMBER OF OLD SHIP'S TIMBERS REMAIN ON BEACH. (HMS ENDURANCE, HI 1/81-82). NCA, POSN 513030S, 575918W APPROX FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED IN COVE NOW NAMED AFTER HER. ( FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

General Comments

WHALER

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FAQ

Where is the MAGELLAN wreck located?

The MAGELLAN wreck is located at coordinates 51 30.51 S,57 59.56 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MAGELLAN?

The seabed around the MAGELLAN lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When was the wreck of the MAGELLAN discovered?

The wreck of the MAGELLAN was discovered in 1820.

What country did the MAGELLAN belong to?

The MAGELLAN belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the MAGELLAN?

The MAGELLAN is classified as a sailing vessel.

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