Georges Philippar Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Georges philippar Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		14 20 N,50 25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 14.333333
  • Longitude: 50.416667
Water Depth 1800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GEORGES PHILIPPAR
Type liner
Flag FR
Length 165.5 m
Width 20.7 m
Draught 13.4
Tonnage 17539
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 19, 1932
Original Detection Year 1932
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Feb 14, 2003

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the GEORGES PHILIPPAR is located at coordinates 14 20 N, 50 25 E in the deep waters of the Arabian Sea near the coast of Somalia. The vessel was reported sunk in approximately 1200 fathoms of water northeast of Cape Guardafui. Historical survey records indicate this location as the final position of the GEORGES PHILIPPAR following its sinking. This underwater obstruction remains a point of interest for maritime researchers and historical archives.

Surveying Details

14.11.85 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 142000N, 502500E IN 1200FMS. (SHIPS MONTHLY, NOV '85). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY. POSN GIVEN AS 145M NE OF CAPE GARDAFUI. (DODS). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

16.5.32 BUILT 1931 IN FRANCE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MESSAGERIES MARITIMES. OIL ENGINE OF 11600 IHP FOR 17.5 KTS. CAUGHT FIRE WHILE ON RETURN MAIDEN VOYAGE YOKOHAMA FOR MARSEILLES ON 16.5.32 & SANK AFTER BEING ABANDONED. ALMOST COMPLETELY GUTTED THREE DAYS LATER. GOLD INGOTS WERE REPORTED TO HAVE BEEN TAKEN ON BOARD AT COLOMBO, THE LAST PORT OF CALL. (DODS & SHIPS MONTHLY, NOV '85).

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FAQ

Where is the GEORGES PHILIPPAR wreck located?

The GEORGES PHILIPPAR wreck is located at coordinates 14 20 N,50 25 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GEORGES PHILIPPAR?

The seabed around the GEORGES PHILIPPAR lies at approximately 1800 meters deep.

When did the GEORGES PHILIPPAR sink?

The GEORGES PHILIPPAR sank on May 19, 1932.

When was the wreck of the GEORGES PHILIPPAR discovered?

The wreck of the GEORGES PHILIPPAR was discovered in 1932.

What country did the GEORGES PHILIPPAR belong to?

The GEORGES PHILIPPAR belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the GEORGES PHILIPPAR?

The GEORGES PHILIPPAR had a tonnage of 17539 tons.

What type of wreck is the GEORGES PHILIPPAR?

The GEORGES PHILIPPAR is classified as a liner.

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