Empire Of Peace Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Empire of peace Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 54.33 N,6 19.115 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.905500
  • Longitude: -6.318583
Water Depth -1 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPIRE OF PEACE
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 58.1 m
Width 11.8 m
Draught 8.7
Tonnage 1549
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,metal: concentrate and products,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 23, 1881
Original Detection Year 1999
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Last Amended Date Sep 25, 2012

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the barque Empire of Peace is located in the Irish Sea off the coast of County Louth, Ireland, at coordinates 53 54.330N, 06 19.115W. This historic shipwreck, which sank approximately 110 years ago, is identified as a drying wreck. The site is marked by a lighted perch featuring a topmark and a flashing light sequence of FL(2) 10 seconds with a 4-mile range. The structure stands 8 meters tall, reaching 1.3 meters above Mean High Water Springs (MHWS). This well-known underwater obstruction is monitored by the Commissioners of Irish Lights for maritime safety.

Surveying Details

HH286/470/03 6.7.99 ISO DANGER MARK TO BE ERECTED ON WK OF 'EMPRESS OF PEACE' IN 5354.32N, 0619.06W [OSI]. LIGHTED PERCH WITH TOPMARK, FL(2) 10 SEC, 4 MILES. HT OF STRUCTURE 8MTRS, 1.3MTRS ABOVE MHWS. (COMMISSIONERS OF IRISH LIGHTS, FAX DTD 31.5.99). NCA. HH286/470/03 19.7.99 VESSEL WAS A BARQUE. SANK ABOUT 110 YEARS AGO. CONFIRMED AS BEING A DRYING WRECK. LIGHT NOT YET PLACED. (P O'NEILL, LTR DTD 5.7.99). INS AS ST. BR STD. [WGD] POSN: 5354.330N, 0619.115W.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1859 BY GASS, NEW BRUNSWICK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MERCHANTS' TRADING CO. STRANDED IN SE FORCE 10. (SII). PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR NEW ORLEANS. CARGO METAL HOOPS AND OTHER COTTON TRADE GOODS. FOUNDERED ON REEFS AND FINALLY SANK IN THE BAY. (P O'NEIL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 53 54.33 N,6 19.115 W
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FAQ

Where is the EMPIRE OF PEACE wreck located?

The EMPIRE OF PEACE wreck is located at coordinates 53 54.33 N,6 19.115 W.

When did the EMPIRE OF PEACE sink?

The EMPIRE OF PEACE sank on Oct 23, 1881.

When was the wreck of the EMPIRE OF PEACE discovered?

The wreck of the EMPIRE OF PEACE was discovered in 1999.

What country did the EMPIRE OF PEACE belong to?

The EMPIRE OF PEACE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the EMPIRE OF PEACE carrying?

The EMPIRE OF PEACE was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,metal: concentrate and products,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the EMPIRE OF PEACE?

The EMPIRE OF PEACE had a tonnage of 1549 tons.

What type of wreck is the EMPIRE OF PEACE?

The EMPIRE OF PEACE is classified as a sailing vessel.

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