Agricola Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Agricola Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 13.529 N,5 4.014 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.225483
  • Longitude: -5.066900
Water Depth 65 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AGRICOLA
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 21.9 m
Width 5.7 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 49
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 12, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source other
Surveying Details [NO DATE] SUNK 15 MILES WNW FROM LUNDY ISLAND. (BMVS). POSN 511330N, 050357W FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/799/01 2.9.99 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED IN 5113.50N, 0503.95W [OGB]. (NP 1008, HI 799). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Sep 2, 1999

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1871 IN BELLOT, JERSEY. BOUND GARSTON FOR CHERBOURG. ATTACKED BY GUNFIRE FROM UNIDENTIFIED SUBMARINE, UNTIL BOMB THROWN ON BOARD BY ENEMY AND SUNK. CREW ESCAPED AND LANDED AT LUNDY. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the AGRICOLA wreck located?

The AGRICOLA wreck is located at coordinates 51 13.529 N,5 4.014 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AGRICOLA?

The seabed around the AGRICOLA lies at approximately 65 meters deep.

When did the AGRICOLA sink?

The AGRICOLA sank on Sep 12, 1917.

When was the wreck of the AGRICOLA discovered?

The wreck of the AGRICOLA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the AGRICOLA belong to?

The AGRICOLA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the AGRICOLA carrying?

The AGRICOLA was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the AGRICOLA?

The AGRICOLA had a tonnage of 49 tons.

What type of wreck is the AGRICOLA?

The AGRICOLA is classified as a sailing vessel.

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