Gilles Et Michel Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Gilles et michel Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 16.028 N,6 10.058 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.267133
  • Longitude: -6.167633
Water Depth 96 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GILLES ET MICHEL
Type trawler
Flag FR
Length 18.9 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 24, 1977
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H3193/70 27.2.78 LAST KNOWN POSN ON 23.12.77 WAS 511600N, 061000W. (LL, 25.12.77). NOT LOCATED BY SAR. (PLYMOUTH RCC TLX DTD 27.12.77). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. H6346/87 3.1.89 NOT FOUND DURING AREA SEARCH OF LAST KNOWN POSN. AS LISTED AS 'PD' NO DISPROVING SEARCH CARRIED OUT. (HMS FOX, HI 429). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

WOODEN HULL. ASSUMED LOST IN MOUNTAINOUS SEAS. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the GILLES ET MICHEL wreck located?

The GILLES ET MICHEL wreck is located at coordinates 51 16.028 N,6 10.058 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GILLES ET MICHEL?

The seabed around the GILLES ET MICHEL lies at approximately 96 meters deep.

When did the GILLES ET MICHEL sink?

The GILLES ET MICHEL sank on Dec 24, 1977.

When was the wreck of the GILLES ET MICHEL discovered?

The wreck of the GILLES ET MICHEL was discovered in 1977.

What country did the GILLES ET MICHEL belong to?

The GILLES ET MICHEL belonged to FR.

What type of wreck is the GILLES ET MICHEL?

The GILLES ET MICHEL is classified as a trawler.

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