Ami De Dieu Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ami de dieu Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		47 8 N,8 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.133333
  • Longitude: -8.500000
Water Depth 3100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AMI DE DIEU
Type sailing vessel
Flag FR
Tonnage 45
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 2, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck AMI DE DIEU is located in the Atlantic Ocean at coordinates 47 08 N, 08 30 W. This underwater obstruction, identified by the UK Hydrographic Office, was reported following its sinking in approximately 3000 meters of water. The site is officially tracked under survey record M41868. While the vessel is located at this approximate position, the depth of the ocean floor at this site is extreme, and further structural details regarding the wreck's integrity remain unconfirmed by recent surveys.

Surveying Details

7.9.18 M41868 7.9.18 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 470800N, 083000W APPROX. (DEVONPORT I.D.S.A.). PLOTS IN OVER 3000MTRS.

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM GERMAN SUBMARINE U-53. (KRIEG ZUR ZEE).

General Comments

FISHING SMACK

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FAQ

Where is the AMI DE DIEU wreck located?

The AMI DE DIEU wreck is located at coordinates 47 8 N,8 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AMI DE DIEU?

The seabed around the AMI DE DIEU lies at approximately 3100 meters deep.

When did the AMI DE DIEU sink?

The AMI DE DIEU sank on Sep 2, 1918.

When was the wreck of the AMI DE DIEU discovered?

The wreck of the AMI DE DIEU was discovered in 1918.

What country did the AMI DE DIEU belong to?

The AMI DE DIEU belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the AMI DE DIEU?

The AMI DE DIEU had a tonnage of 45 tons.

What type of wreck is the AMI DE DIEU?

The AMI DE DIEU is classified as a sailing vessel.

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