Herald Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Herald Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 9.75 S,60 55.67 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -52.162500
  • Longitude: -60.927833
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HERALD
Type barque
Flag GB
Tonnage 360
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 12, 1855
Original Detection Year 1855
Original Source other
Surveying Details 2.3.70 WRECKED ON BIRD ISLAND. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). 520945S, 60524W APPROX POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR VALPARAISO. BECAME A TOTAL LOSS ON BIRD ISLAND. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the HERALD wreck located?

The HERALD wreck is located at coordinates 52 9.75 S,60 55.67 W.

When did the HERALD sink?

The HERALD sank on Aug 12, 1855.

When was the wreck of the HERALD discovered?

The wreck of the HERALD was discovered in 1855.

What country did the HERALD belong to?

The HERALD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HERALD?

The HERALD had a tonnage of 360 tons.

What type of wreck is the HERALD?

The HERALD is classified as a barque.

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