Hms Diomede Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms diomede Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 36.01 N,81 14.61 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.600167
  • Longitude: 81.243500
Water Depth 22 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS DIOMEDE
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 42.7 m
Width 11.6 m
Tonnage 891
Tonnage Type builders' measurement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 3, 1795
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details N/CS 111/1581 11.3.80 APPLICATION MADE TO PURCHASE HMS DIOMEDE IN POSN APPROX 083600N, 811430E BY MISS ANDREA L CORDANI B.A A.M.S EXEC. FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Sep 9, 2014

Circumstances of loss

3.8.1795 STRUCK AN UNCHARTED ROCK BETWEEN PIGEON ISLAND & BACK BAY, TRINCOMALEE AT 1210, 3.8.1795. REACHED BACK BAY WHERE SHE SANK IN 12 FATHOMS. DIOMEDE ROCK NOW SHOWN IN PA 084130N, 811242E. (NHB MINUTE DTD 4.3.80).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS DIOMEDE wreck located?

The HMS DIOMEDE wreck is located at coordinates 8 36.01 N,81 14.61 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS DIOMEDE?

The seabed around the HMS DIOMEDE lies at approximately 22 meters deep.

When did the HMS DIOMEDE sink?

The HMS DIOMEDE sank on Aug 3, 1795.

When was the wreck of the HMS DIOMEDE discovered?

The wreck of the HMS DIOMEDE was discovered in 1980.

What country did the HMS DIOMEDE belong to?

The HMS DIOMEDE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS DIOMEDE?

The HMS DIOMEDE had a tonnage of 891 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS DIOMEDE?

The HMS DIOMEDE is classified as a sailing vessel.

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