Empire Bittern Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Empire bittern Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 21.282 N,0 36.88 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.354700
  • Longitude: -0.614667
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPIRE BITTERN
Type blockship
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1944
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 6.11.01 6.11.01 BLOCKSHIP SUNK IN 492120.5N, 003648W TO FORM PART OF MULBERRY HARBOUR AT ARROMANCHES. (THE STORY OF THE MULBERRIES, APRIL 1947). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 6, 2001
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 21.282 N,0 36.88 W
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FAQ

Where is the EMPIRE BITTERN wreck located?

The EMPIRE BITTERN wreck is located at coordinates 49 21.282 N,0 36.88 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EMPIRE BITTERN?

The seabed around the EMPIRE BITTERN lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When was the wreck of the EMPIRE BITTERN discovered?

The wreck of the EMPIRE BITTERN was discovered in 1944.

What type of wreck is the EMPIRE BITTERN?

The EMPIRE BITTERN is classified as a blockship.

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