Empire Parsons (Possiby) Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Empire parsons (possiby) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 41.321 N,3 6.573 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.688683
  • Longitude: -3.109550
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPIRE PARSONS (POSSIBY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 12, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jun 5, 2001

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck remains of the Empire Parsons (possibly) are located off the coast of Scotland at coordinates 58 41.321 N, 3 6.573 W. Historical survey records from 1970 report the wreck was cut down to the keel, though steel shafts and a propeller were still visible. A subsequent survey in 2001 located only a small bow section and scattered wreckage fragments, with no other parts found. The site is currently classified as foul ground due to the well broken structural remains.

Surveying Details

FILING POSN: 584100N, 030700W. NCA. 22.9.70 WK HAS BEEN REPORTED BY MR JESSOP TO HAVE BEEN CUT DOWN TO THE KEEL, SHAFTS AND STEEL PROP CAN STILL BE SEEN. (BOT, 22.9.70). NCA. 5.6.01 SMALL BOW SECTION AND FRAGMENTS OF WK LIE IN 5841.321N, 0306.573W [WGD]. NO OTHER PART OF WK LOCATED. (K HEATH, TELECON 5.6.01). INS AS FOUL. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

WENT ASHORE ON THE ISLAND OF STROMA.

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FAQ

Where is the EMPIRE PARSONS (POSSIBY) wreck located?

The EMPIRE PARSONS (POSSIBY) wreck is located at coordinates 58 41.321 N,3 6.573 W.

When did the EMPIRE PARSONS (POSSIBY) sink?

The EMPIRE PARSONS (POSSIBY) sank on Jan 12, 1942.

When was the wreck of the EMPIRE PARSONS (POSSIBY) discovered?

The wreck of the EMPIRE PARSONS (POSSIBY) was discovered in 1942.

What country did the EMPIRE PARSONS (POSSIBY) belong to?

The EMPIRE PARSONS (POSSIBY) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the EMPIRE PARSONS (POSSIBY)?

The EMPIRE PARSONS (POSSIBY) is classified as a steam ship.

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