Abraham Duquesne (Possibly). Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
dangerous wreck |
Abraham duquesne (possibly). Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
50 0.048 N,0 29.916 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 50.000800
- Longitude: 0.498600
|
| Wreck Depth |
20 m
|
| Water Depth |
27 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY). |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
FR |
| Tonnage |
197 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Jan 25, 1955
|
| Bottom Texture |
Gravel |
| Original Detection Year |
1955 |
| Last Detection Year |
2010 |
| Original Source |
Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports |
| Last Amended Date |
Jan 25, 2012 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The underwater wreck of the Abraham Duquesne possibly is located at coordinates 50 0.048 N, 0 29.916 E. Historical hydrographic survey records from the UK Hydrographic Office document the evolution of the wreck position and status from initial reports in 1955 through chart updates up to 2010. The site features an underwater obstruction or dangerous wreck with a reported depth of 20.0 meters.
Surveying Details
H924/55 15.3.55 H924/55 15.3.55 SANK IN APPROX 500000N, 003000E. (LL, 26.1.55). TOO VAGUE TO CHART. H1271/76 21.9.81 H1271/76 21.9.81 DW SHOWN IN 500006N, 003000E [EUR] ON FR 6824 [1981 EDN]. - NM 2387/81. H4722/79 22.8.84 H4722/79 22.8.84 POSN GIVEN AS 500005N, 002959E. (BREST NM 84 28 24). NCA. H1271/86 3.11.86 H1271/86 3.11.86 USC PD 20.0 MTRS SHOWN IN 500012N, 002958E ON FR 6794 [1986 EDN]. NOT IN 1984 OR 1985 FR WK RECORDS. AMEND TO USC PD 20.0MTRS [11.0FMS]. BR STD. 30.12.99 30.12.99 SHOWN IN 5000.100N, 0029.990E [EUR] ON FR INT 1704 [1998 EDN]. NE 2451. [OGB] POSN: 5000.000N, 0030.000E. 1.7.10 1.7.10 SHOWN IN 5000.048N, 0029.916E [WGD] ON BA 2148 [EDN 1 DTD 30.8.07].
Circumstances of loss
STRUCK A MINE & SANK. (LL).
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
50 0.048 N,0 29.916 E
Abraham Duquesne (Possibly). on Wreck Map
Abraham Duquesne (Possibly). Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY). wreck located?
The ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY). wreck is located at coordinates 50 0.048 N,0 29.916 E.
How deep is the ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY). and where exactly is it located?
The ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY). lies at a depth of about 20 meters and is located at coordinates 50 0.048 N,0 29.916 E.
How deep is the seabed around the ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY).?
The seabed around the ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY). lies at approximately 27 meters deep.
When did the ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY). sink?
The ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY). sank on Jan 25, 1955.
When was the wreck of the ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY). discovered?
The wreck of the ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY). was discovered in 1955.
What country did the ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY). belong to?
The ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY). belonged to FR.
What was the tonnage of the ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY).?
The ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY). had a tonnage of 197 tons.
What type of wreck is the ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY).?
The ABRAHAM DUQUESNE (POSSIBLY). is classified as a fishing vessel.
General Comments
TRAWLER