Marshall (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Marshall (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 39.534 N,0 16.929 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.658900
  • Longitude: 0.282150
Wreck Depth 12 m
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARSHALL (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 307
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 26, 1853
Original Detection Year 1988
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source diver
Last Amended Date Sep 6, 2013

Surveying Details

27.5.88 SMALL WK LOCATED IN 533952N, 001703E. LIES IN A SCOUR WITH BOILER STANDING ABOUT 8FT HIGH, IN GEN DEPTH 50FT. CONSISTS MAINLY OF ENGINE AND METAL PLATES. (M OXLADE, TELECON 25.5.88). INS AS WK 12MTRS. BR STD. 31.8.89 POSN NOW GIVEN AS 533931N, 001702E [OGB]. SMALL COASTAL VESSEL, ABOUT 120FT LONG AND THOUGHT POSSIBLY TO BE THE MARSHALL. (M OXLADE, TELECON). AMEND POSN. BR STD. 6.9.13 NOT LOCATED 7.1.13 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1401). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1846 BY SHIELDS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE ELBE & HUMBER S NAVIGATION CO. COMPOUND ENGINES OF 80 RHP FOR 9 KNOTS. PRESUMED SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH BARQUE WOODHOUSE WHILE ON PASSAGE HAMBURG TO HULL. CREW OF 18 AND 30 PASSENGERS.

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FAQ

Where is the MARSHALL (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MARSHALL (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 39.534 N,0 16.929 E.

How deep is the MARSHALL (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The MARSHALL (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 12 meters and is located at coordinates 53 39.534 N,0 16.929 E.

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

The seabed around the MARSHALL (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the MARSHALL (POSSIBLY) sink?

The MARSHALL (POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 26, 1853.

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

The wreck of the MARSHALL (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1988.

What country did the MARSHALL (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The MARSHALL (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the MARSHALL (POSSIBLY)?

The MARSHALL (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 307 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARSHALL (POSSIBLY)?

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

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