Horatia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Horatia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 19.91 S,59 18.06 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -52.331833
  • Longitude: -59.301000
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HORATIA
Type barque
Flag DE
Tonnage 400
Cargo non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 19, 1860
Original Detection Year 1860
Original Source other
Surveying Details 3.3.70 LOST ON BULL POINT. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). POSN 521954S, 591748W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

40 DAYS OUT FROM VALPARAISO TO SWANSEA, LOST ON BULL POINT, WITH THE LOSS OF EIGHT LIVES. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the HORATIA wreck located?

The HORATIA wreck is located at coordinates 52 19.91 S,59 18.06 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HORATIA?

The seabed around the HORATIA lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the HORATIA sink?

The HORATIA sank on Aug 19, 1860.

When was the wreck of the HORATIA discovered?

The wreck of the HORATIA was discovered in 1860.

What country did the HORATIA belong to?

The HORATIA belonged to DE.

What cargo was the HORATIA carrying?

The HORATIA was carrying non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the HORATIA?

The HORATIA had a tonnage of 400 tons.

What type of wreck is the HORATIA?

The HORATIA is classified as a barque.

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