Cassard Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category distributed remains of wreck
Cassard Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 15.51 S,59 1.76 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -52.258500
  • Longitude: -59.029333
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CASSARD
Type barque
Flag FR
Tonnage 1700
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1906
Last Detection Year 1974
Original Source other
Surveying Details 3.3.70 WRECKED ON DRIFTWOOD PT. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). 3.9.74 EAST COAST DRIFTWOOD PT WALKED OVER. NO SIGNS OF WK. (HMS ENDURANCE, ROS DTD 20.3.74). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1899. PASSAGE SYDNEY FOR CARDIFF. WRECKED ON DRIFTWOOD PT. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the CASSARD wreck located?

The CASSARD wreck is located at coordinates 52 15.51 S,59 1.76 W.

When was the wreck of the CASSARD discovered?

The wreck of the CASSARD was discovered in 1906.

What country did the CASSARD belong to?

The CASSARD belonged to FR.

What cargo was the CASSARD carrying?

The CASSARD was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the CASSARD?

The CASSARD had a tonnage of 1700 tons.

What type of wreck is the CASSARD?

The CASSARD is classified as a barque.

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