Entente Cordiale Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Entente cordiale Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 19.94 N,2 15.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.332333
  • Longitude: -2.251333
Wreck Depth 28 m
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ENTENTE CORDIALE
Type fishing vessel
Flag FR
Tonnage 22
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 18, 1917
Original Detection Year 1922
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date May 16, 2018

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck named Entente Cordiale is located at coordinates 46 19.94 N, 2 15.08 W. Historical hydrographic survey records from the UK Hydrographic Office and French charts document the position and status of this obstruction over time. The site has been referenced in various maritime surveys dating from 1918 through 2008, noting changes in its charted status as a dangerous wreck and non-dangerous wreck with reported depths.

Surveying Details

H2967/22 18.5.22 SHOWN AS DW PA (1918) IN 462000N, 021530W ON FRENCH WK CHART 10104. BR STD. H1009/26 6.5.26 AMEND TO NDW. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NE 2648. 16.2.81 SHOWN AS NDW PD ON FRENCH 6337. NE 2648. 12.12.84 SHOWN AS NDW PD ON FRENCH 6990 [1984 EDN]. 25.3.88 SHOWN AS WK USC PD 28MTRS IN 462000N, 021500W ON FR 7069 [1986 EDN]. POSN ACCURACY 1M [=PA]. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1987, NO.14562042). NC 2663. 27.11.08 SHOWN AS WK USC 28MTRS ON FRENCH 7211 [4TH EDN' 08, 1:1000,000]. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY A SUBMARINE WHILE FISHING IN THE BAY OF BISCAY. (LL WW1). SUNK BY GUNFIRE. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 1987).

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FAQ

Where is the ENTENTE CORDIALE wreck located?

The ENTENTE CORDIALE wreck is located at coordinates 46 19.94 N,2 15.08 W.

How deep is the ENTENTE CORDIALE and where exactly is it located?

The ENTENTE CORDIALE lies at a depth of about 28 meters and is located at coordinates 46 19.94 N,2 15.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ENTENTE CORDIALE?

The seabed around the ENTENTE CORDIALE lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the ENTENTE CORDIALE sink?

The ENTENTE CORDIALE sank on Mar 18, 1917.

When was the wreck of the ENTENTE CORDIALE discovered?

The wreck of the ENTENTE CORDIALE was discovered in 1922.

What country did the ENTENTE CORDIALE belong to?

The ENTENTE CORDIALE belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the ENTENTE CORDIALE?

The ENTENTE CORDIALE had a tonnage of 22 tons.

What type of wreck is the ENTENTE CORDIALE?

The ENTENTE CORDIALE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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