Florence Muspratt Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Florence muspratt Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 2.94 N,3 34.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.049000
  • Longitude: -3.568167
Water Depth 72 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FLORENCE MUSPRATT
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 79
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 5, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details IN POSN 345DEGS, 10M FROM SEPT ILES. (WRECK CHART). POSN 490300N, 033400W FOR FILING ONLY. SUNK IN POSN 10M N FROM SEPT ILES. (LL WW1 & WW1SL). H3324/79 24.4.80 DELETED. (FRENCH NM 13 37 80). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jun 21, 1999

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY SUBMARINE APPROX 10M N OF SEPT ILES WHILST EN ROUTE FROM ST MALO TO NEWPORT. ONE LIFE LOST. (LL WW1 & WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the FLORENCE MUSPRATT wreck located?

The FLORENCE MUSPRATT wreck is located at coordinates 49 2.94 N,3 34.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FLORENCE MUSPRATT?

The seabed around the FLORENCE MUSPRATT lies at approximately 72 meters deep.

When did the FLORENCE MUSPRATT sink?

The FLORENCE MUSPRATT sank on Sep 5, 1917.

When was the wreck of the FLORENCE MUSPRATT discovered?

The wreck of the FLORENCE MUSPRATT was discovered in 1917.

What country did the FLORENCE MUSPRATT belong to?

The FLORENCE MUSPRATT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the FLORENCE MUSPRATT?

The FLORENCE MUSPRATT had a tonnage of 79 tons.

What type of wreck is the FLORENCE MUSPRATT?

The FLORENCE MUSPRATT is classified as a sailing vessel.