Monarch Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status lifted
Monarch Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 44.416 N,0 18.002 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.740267
  • Longitude: -0.300033
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MONARCH
Type barge
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 26, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1941
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H0423/41 25.8.60 MINED IN 534424N, 001754W [OGB]. (MINESWEEPING DIV, 5.3.41). NCA. AMENDED TO DEAD. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED).
Last Amended Date Feb 11, 2005

Circumstances of loss

WOODEN SAILING BARGE. FOUNDERED OFF ALEXANDRA JETTY. (SIBI). MINED. (MINESWEEPING DIV).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the MONARCH wreck located?

The MONARCH wreck is located at coordinates 53 44.416 N,0 18.002 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MONARCH?

The seabed around the MONARCH lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the MONARCH sink?

The MONARCH sank on Mar 26, 1941.

When was the wreck of the MONARCH discovered?

The wreck of the MONARCH was discovered in 1941.

What country did the MONARCH belong to?

The MONARCH belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the MONARCH?

The MONARCH is classified as a barge.

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