Marsouin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Marsouin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 54.531 N,4 43.066 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.908850
  • Longitude: -4.717767
Water Depth 41 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARSOUIN
Type sailing vessel
Flag FR
Tonnage 55
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 6, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Jan 11, 2002

Surveying Details

SUNK 10M WSW OF HARTLAND POINT. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). SUNK IN 505500N, 044500W. (AP REPORT BRISTOL CHANNEL & LL WW1). SUNK APPROX 10M S OF HARTLAND POINT. ACCEPT POSN AS 505430N, 044300W PA. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/799/01 11.1.02 HH090/799/01 11.1.02 NOT LOCATED WITHIN 0.5 MILE IN ALL DIRECTIONS AND WITHIN 1.5 MILES FROM 045 DEGS, THROUGH N, TO 225 DEGS. (NP 1008, HI 799). AMENDED DEAD. NCA. 24.8.11 24.8.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE BREST FOR SWANSEA. CAPTURED BY SUBMARINE AND SUNK. (WW1SL & LL WW1). FOUNDERED. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the MARSOUIN wreck located?

The MARSOUIN wreck is located at coordinates 50 54.531 N,4 43.066 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARSOUIN?

The seabed around the MARSOUIN lies at approximately 41 meters deep.

When did the MARSOUIN sink?

The MARSOUIN sank on Feb 6, 1918.

When was the wreck of the MARSOUIN discovered?

The wreck of the MARSOUIN was discovered in 1918.

What country did the MARSOUIN belong to?

The MARSOUIN belonged to FR.

What cargo was the MARSOUIN carrying?

The MARSOUIN was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the MARSOUIN?

The MARSOUIN had a tonnage of 55 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARSOUIN?

The MARSOUIN is classified as a sailing vessel.

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