St Georges Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
St georges Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 35.033 N,5 2.063 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.583883
  • Longitude: -5.034383
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ST GEORGES
Type sailing vessel
Flag FR
Tonnage 102
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 7, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jul 16, 2007

Surveying Details

11.3.18 11.3.18 SANK 2M N OF TREVOSE HEAD. (MASTER, DOCKET M12465). GIVES POSN APPROX 503500N, 050200W FOR FILING ONLY. 8.3.18 8.3.18 POSN 3M N OF TREVOSE HEAD. (MASTER IDSA, DOCKET M12448). NCA. H2409/32 H2409/32 NOT FOUND BY SWEEP. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. H1938/79 10.12.81 H1938/79 10.12.81 NO SIGN OF WK IN THIS POSN, BUT NO SONAR INVESTIGATION CARRIED OUT. (HMS FAWN, HI 59A/79-80). AMENDED TO ABEY. H4463/81 15.11.82 H4463/81 15.11.82 NOT FOUND DURING AREA SEARCH. NO DISPROVING SEARCH MADE. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 72). AMEND DEAD. NCA. 24.11.11 24.11.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

PASGE PAIMPOL FOR CARDIFF. SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM U-55. (DER KRIEG ZUR SEE & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the ST GEORGES wreck located?

The ST GEORGES wreck is located at coordinates 50 35.033 N,5 2.063 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ST GEORGES?

The seabed around the ST GEORGES lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the ST GEORGES sink?

The ST GEORGES sank on Mar 7, 1918.

When was the wreck of the ST GEORGES discovered?

The wreck of the ST GEORGES was discovered in 1918.

What country did the ST GEORGES belong to?

The ST GEORGES belonged to FR.

What cargo was the ST GEORGES carrying?

The ST GEORGES was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the ST GEORGES?

The ST GEORGES had a tonnage of 102 tons.

What type of wreck is the ST GEORGES?

The ST GEORGES is classified as a sailing vessel.

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