Mimosa Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Mimosa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 40 N,12 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.666667
  • Longitude: -12.000000
Water Depth 1200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MIMOSA
Type drill vessel/rig
Flag GB
Tonnage 3466
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 4, 1915
Original Detection Year 1975
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

29.8.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS ALONG THE 12TH MERIDIAN [W] BETWEEN 49N AND 51N. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL 14). NCA. 23.4.76 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 137 MILES SW BY S FROM FASTNET. (WW1 BMSL). NCA. POSN 491600N, 081400W FOR FILING ONLY. 26.3.07 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 4940.00N, 1200.00W. (LLWW1). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1905. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE AMERICAN OIL CO LTD, LONDON. PASSAGE NEW YORK FOR BELFAST. SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM GERMAN SUBMARINE U33 ALONG THE 12TH MERIDIAN [W] BETWEEN 49N AND 51N. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL 14 & LLWW1).

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FAQ

Where is the MIMOSA wreck located?

The MIMOSA wreck is located at coordinates 49 40 N,12 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MIMOSA?

The seabed around the MIMOSA lies at approximately 1200 meters deep.

When did the MIMOSA sink?

The MIMOSA sank on Sep 4, 1915.

When was the wreck of the MIMOSA discovered?

The wreck of the MIMOSA was discovered in 1975.

What country did the MIMOSA belong to?

The MIMOSA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the MIMOSA carrying?

The MIMOSA was carrying oil.

What was the tonnage of the MIMOSA?

The MIMOSA had a tonnage of 3466 tons.

What type of wreck is the MIMOSA?

The MIMOSA is classified as a drill vessel/rig.

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