Islandmore Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Islandmore Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 52.97 N,1 2.07 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.882833
  • Longitude: -1.034500
Water Depth 2300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name ISLANDMORE
Type collier
Flag GB
Tonnage 3046
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 3, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 20M NW OF CAPE FALCON, ALGERIA. (WW1SL). GIVES POSN 355303N, 010200W. NCA, TOO DEEP & POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Jan 10, 2018

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM CARDIFF TO MALTA. CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE & SUNK BY GUNFIRE. TWO LIVES LOST & CAPTAIN MADE PRISONER. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the ISLANDMORE wreck located?

The ISLANDMORE wreck is located at coordinates 35 52.97 N,1 2.07 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ISLANDMORE?

The seabed around the ISLANDMORE lies at approximately 2300 meters deep.

When did the ISLANDMORE sink?

The ISLANDMORE sank on Jun 3, 1917.

When was the wreck of the ISLANDMORE discovered?

The wreck of the ISLANDMORE was discovered in 1917.

What country did the ISLANDMORE belong to?

The ISLANDMORE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ISLANDMORE?

The ISLANDMORE had a tonnage of 3046 tons.

What type of wreck is the ISLANDMORE?

The ISLANDMORE is classified as a collier.

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