Fort Concord Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Fort concord Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		46 5 N,25 20 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 46.083333
  • Longitude: -25.333333
Water Depth 2300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FORT CONCORD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 134.1 m
Width 17.4 m
Tonnage 7138
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 11, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 20, 2004

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck FORT CONCORD is located at coordinates 46 5 N, 25 20 W in the Atlantic Ocean. Originally reported sunk on February 18, 1996, based on historical Lloyd's War Losses and Axis submarine success records, this underwater obstruction remains documented as a sunken vessel at an approximate position.

Surveying Details

18.2.96 18.2.96 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK IN 460500N, 252000W APPROX. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES, AXIS SUB SUCCESSES). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1942 BY DAVIE SHIPBUILDING & REPAIR CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE MINISTRY OF WAR TRANSPORT (LARRINAGA STEAMSHIP CO). TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 505NHP FOR 10 KNOTS. PASSAGE HALIFAX FOR MANCHESTER IN CONVOY HX 237. TORPEDOED BY U-456 OR U-403. 38 MEN LOST. (DODS, LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WWII, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES 1939-45).

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FAQ

Where is the FORT CONCORD wreck located?

The FORT CONCORD wreck is located at coordinates 46 5 N,25 20 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FORT CONCORD?

The seabed around the FORT CONCORD lies at approximately 2300 meters deep.

When did the FORT CONCORD sink?

The FORT CONCORD sank on May 11, 1943.

When was the wreck of the FORT CONCORD discovered?

The wreck of the FORT CONCORD was discovered in 1943.

What country did the FORT CONCORD belong to?

The FORT CONCORD belonged to GB.

What cargo was the FORT CONCORD carrying?

The FORT CONCORD was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the FORT CONCORD?

The FORT CONCORD had a tonnage of 7138 tons.

What type of wreck is the FORT CONCORD?

The FORT CONCORD is classified as a steam ship.

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