Brest Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Brest Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 58.636 N,5 11.012 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.977267
  • Longitude: -5.183533
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BREST
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 1472
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 6, 1879
Original Detection Year 1969
Original Source diver
Surveying Details 9.12.69 9.12.69 REPORTED LOCATED IN 495836N, 051057W. (R DAVIES, SAC DIVER). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 17, 2000

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND ON ROCKS IN DENSE FOG WHILE ON PASSAGE LE HAVRE TO LIVERPOOL WITH 134 PASSENGERS. BROKE UP NOV 1879. (CORNISH SHIPWRECKS).

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FAQ

Where is the BREST wreck located?

The BREST wreck is located at coordinates 49 58.636 N,5 11.012 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BREST?

The seabed around the BREST lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When did the BREST sink?

The BREST sank on Sep 6, 1879.

When was the wreck of the BREST discovered?

The wreck of the BREST was discovered in 1969.

What country did the BREST belong to?

The BREST belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BREST?

The BREST had a tonnage of 1472 tons.

What type of wreck is the BREST?

The BREST is classified as a steam ship.

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