Robert Morris Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Robert morris Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 11 N,9 27 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.183333
  • Longitude: -9.450000
Water Depth 300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROBERT MORRIS
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 146
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 20, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1990
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

SUNK 155M WSW FROM BISHOP ROCK. (WW1BMSL). POSN 481100N, 092700W FOR FILING ONLY. 13.6.90 13.6.90 SHOWN AS NDW PA ON SPANISH 4A. NCA. TOO DEEP TO CHART.

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY SUBMARINE AND SUNK AFTER BEING FIRED UPON.

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FAQ

Where is the ROBERT MORRIS wreck located?

The ROBERT MORRIS wreck is located at coordinates 48 11 N,9 27 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROBERT MORRIS?

The seabed around the ROBERT MORRIS lies at approximately 300 meters deep.

When did the ROBERT MORRIS sink?

The ROBERT MORRIS sank on Nov 20, 1917.

When was the wreck of the ROBERT MORRIS discovered?

The wreck of the ROBERT MORRIS was discovered in 1917.

What country did the ROBERT MORRIS belong to?

The ROBERT MORRIS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ROBERT MORRIS?

The ROBERT MORRIS had a tonnage of 146 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROBERT MORRIS?

The ROBERT MORRIS is classified as a sailing vessel.

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