Morna Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Morna Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 5 N,10 38 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.083333
  • Longitude: -10.633333
Water Depth 120 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MORNA
Type sailing vessel
Flag NO
Tonnage 1511
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 10, 1915
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

29.8.75 29.8.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 510500N, 103800W APPROX. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPH VOL 14). NCA POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 21.3.07 21.3.07 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 40M SW OF FASTNET. (LLWW1). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE PORTLAND OREGON FOR QUEENSTOWN. CAPTURED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U35 OFF SW IRELAND. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL 14, WW1 FMSL).

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FAQ

Where is the MORNA wreck located?

The MORNA wreck is located at coordinates 51 5 N,10 38 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MORNA?

The seabed around the MORNA lies at approximately 120 meters deep.

When did the MORNA sink?

The MORNA sank on Aug 10, 1915.

When was the wreck of the MORNA discovered?

The wreck of the MORNA was discovered in 1975.

What country did the MORNA belong to?

The MORNA belonged to NO.

What cargo was the MORNA carrying?

The MORNA was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the MORNA?

The MORNA had a tonnage of 1511 tons.

What type of wreck is the MORNA?

The MORNA is classified as a sailing vessel.

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