Duke Of Connaught (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Duke of connaught (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 51.518 N,4 53.933 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.858633
  • Longitude: -4.898883
Water Depth 73 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 999
Tonnage Type net
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 2, 1887
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source survey vessel
Surveying Details H4551/76 10.11.76 H4551/76 10.11.76 WOODEN CAPSTAN RECOVERED AND DECK BEAM OF LENGTH 27FT, PROBABLY FROM A SAILING VESSEL OF COMPOSITE BUILD, LOCATED IN 525130N, 045352W [OGB] USING DECCA. (RISDON BEAZLEY, 23.9.76, EXAMINED BY S/V HELP IN 1957). INS AS NDW. BR STD. H1935/80 17.5.80 H1935/80 17.5.80 NOTHING FOUND IN THIS POSN AFTER INTENSIVE SEARCH USING DCS3 & MAGNETOMETER. (HMS FAWN, HI 3). DELETED. BR STD. 12.12.00 12.12.00 AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA. 12.2.01 12.2.01 DUKE OF CONNAUGHT SUNK 1887 8M NWN OF BARDSLEY ISLAND. (S KERSHAW, WRECK 'N' TECH, TELECON 12.2.01) POSSIBLY THIS WRECK. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

IRON CONSTRUCTION FULL RIGGED SV BUILT 1859. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY H WORKMAN, LONDON. PASSAGE LONDON FOR MARTPORT & QUEENSLAND. SUNK FOLLOWING A COLLISION IN FOG WITH SS DRAGOMAN. 14 OF 18 CREW LOST. (SIBI)

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FAQ

Where is the DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 51.518 N,4 53.933 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 73 meters deep.

When did the DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY) sink?

The DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 2, 1887.

When was the wreck of the DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1976.

What country did the DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY) was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY)?

The DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 999 tons.

What type of wreck is the DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY)?

The DUKE OF CONNAUGHT (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.

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