Empire Conyngham Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Empire conyngham Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		47 52 N,8 51 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.866667
  • Longitude: -8.850000
Water Depth 2100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPIRE CONYNGHAM
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 1408
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo armament,chemicals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 20, 1949
Original Detection Year 1949
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H151/45 24.6.69 SINKING POSN 475200N, 085100W. PLOTS IN OVER 2000 MTRS. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SCUTTLED & SUNK WITH CARGO OF CHEMICAL WARFARE AMMUNITION BY HMS BURGHEAD BAY.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 47 52 N,8 51 W
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FAQ

Where is the EMPIRE CONYNGHAM wreck located?

The EMPIRE CONYNGHAM wreck is located at coordinates 47 52 N,8 51 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EMPIRE CONYNGHAM?

The seabed around the EMPIRE CONYNGHAM lies at approximately 2100 meters deep.

When did the EMPIRE CONYNGHAM sink?

The EMPIRE CONYNGHAM sank on Jun 20, 1949.

When was the wreck of the EMPIRE CONYNGHAM discovered?

The wreck of the EMPIRE CONYNGHAM was discovered in 1949.

What country did the EMPIRE CONYNGHAM belong to?

The EMPIRE CONYNGHAM belonged to GB.

What cargo was the EMPIRE CONYNGHAM carrying?

The EMPIRE CONYNGHAM was carrying armament,chemicals.

What was the tonnage of the EMPIRE CONYNGHAM?

The EMPIRE CONYNGHAM had a tonnage of 1408 tons.

What type of wreck is the EMPIRE CONYNGHAM?

The EMPIRE CONYNGHAM is classified as a steam ship.

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