Fortuna Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Fortuna Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 17.036 N,2 36.911 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.283933
  • Longitude: -2.615183
Water Depth 54 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FORTUNA
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 30.5 m
Width 7.4 m
Draught 2.4
Tonnage 131
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 3, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK 15M SSW FROM PORTLAND BILL IN 501700N, 023650W. (WW1SL). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/961/01 10.12.03 HH090/961/01 10.12.03 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 961). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 16, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1892 BY J D FOSTER, EMSWORTH. PASSAGE LE HAVRE FOR SWANSEA. CAPTURED THEN BLOWN UP BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. CREW RECOVERED BY SV IOANNA. (WW1SL & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the FORTUNA wreck located?

The FORTUNA wreck is located at coordinates 50 17.036 N,2 36.911 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FORTUNA?

The seabed around the FORTUNA lies at approximately 54 meters deep.

When did the FORTUNA sink?

The FORTUNA sank on Aug 3, 1916.

When was the wreck of the FORTUNA discovered?

The wreck of the FORTUNA was discovered in 1916.

What country did the FORTUNA belong to?

The FORTUNA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the FORTUNA carrying?

The FORTUNA was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the FORTUNA?

The FORTUNA had a tonnage of 131 tons.

What type of wreck is the FORTUNA?

The FORTUNA is classified as a sailing vessel.

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