Fortunato Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Fortunato Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 35.51 S,58 3.26 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -51.591833
  • Longitude: -58.054333
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FORTUNATO
Type sailing vessel
Flag IT
Tonnage 646
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 13, 1876
Original Detection Year 1876
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Fortunato is located off the coast of Uranie Bay Beach in the Falkland Islands at approximate coordinates 51 35.51 S, 58 3.26 W. Historical records and local observations note that timbers of this vessel can be seen at the southern end of Uranie Bay Beach, with the wreck position recorded for filing purposes.

Surveying Details

3.3.70 LOST IN APPROX 513500S, 575200W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 8.11.91 TIMBERS OF THIS VESSEL CAN BE SEEN AT THE SOUTHERN END OF URANIE BAY BEACH. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985). NCA, POSN 513530S, 580300W APPROX.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN GENOA. PASSAGE MONTEVIDEO FOR CALLAO. LOST IN URANIE BAY. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the FORTUNATO wreck located?

The FORTUNATO wreck is located at coordinates 51 35.51 S,58 3.26 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FORTUNATO?

The seabed around the FORTUNATO lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the FORTUNATO sink?

The FORTUNATO sank on May 13, 1876.

When was the wreck of the FORTUNATO discovered?

The wreck of the FORTUNATO was discovered in 1876.

What country did the FORTUNATO belong to?

The FORTUNATO belonged to IT.

What cargo was the FORTUNATO carrying?

The FORTUNATO was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the FORTUNATO?

The FORTUNATO had a tonnage of 646 tons.

What type of wreck is the FORTUNATO?

The FORTUNATO is classified as a sailing vessel.

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