Margaret Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Margaret Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 41.437 S,57 51.893 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -51.690617
  • Longitude: -57.864883
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARGARET
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Orientation 90
Tonnage 615
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo armament,coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1850
Last Detection Year 1970
Original Source other
Surveying Details H6778/68 22.2.71 REMAINS OF HULK, FILLED WITH RUBBLE, FORMS BASE OF PART OF GOVERNMENT JETTY. (CONDEMNED AT STANLEY). POSN 514125S, 575138W [SAP] FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE FOR VALPARAISO. PUT INTO STANLEY FOR REPAIR AFTER SPENDING TWO MONTHS TRYING TO WEATHER CAPE HORN. SHE WAS CONDEMNED AS UNSEAWORTHY & NOW FORMS THE BASE OF GOVERNMENT JETTY. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the MARGARET wreck located?

The MARGARET wreck is located at coordinates 51 41.437 S,57 51.893 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARGARET?

The seabed around the MARGARET lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the MARGARET discovered?

The wreck of the MARGARET was discovered in 1850.

What country did the MARGARET belong to?

The MARGARET belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MARGARET carrying?

The MARGARET was carrying armament,coal.

What was the tonnage of the MARGARET?

The MARGARET had a tonnage of 615 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARGARET?

The MARGARET is classified as a sailing vessel.

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