John O'scott Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
John o'scott Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 32.033 N,5 16.562 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.533883
  • Longitude: -5.276033
Wreck Depth 35 m
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JOHN O'SCOTT
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 73.2 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1235
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 18, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source other
Surveying Details 23.9.18 23.9.18 SUNK 9MILES FROM TREVOSE HEAD IN APPROX 503200N, 051630W. (RA FALMOUTH, A.P.REPORT M014782). H7613/52 5.12.52 H7613/52 5.12.52 INS AS NDWPA. NC 1156. 14.11.72 14.11.72 AMEND TO USCPA 15FMS. NE 1178. 4.5.78 4.5.78 AMEND TO USCPA 35MTRS. NC 1178. HH090/799/01 25.10.01 HH090/799/01 25.10.01 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 799). AMENDED DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Oct 26, 2001

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1906 BY WOOD, SKINNER & CO. LTD, NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 156HP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE BARRY FOR DOVER. CARGO COAL. TORPEDOED BY UB 117. SANK IN 1.5 MINUTES. ONE SURVIVOR.

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FAQ

Where is the JOHN O'SCOTT wreck located?

The JOHN O'SCOTT wreck is located at coordinates 50 32.033 N,5 16.562 W.

How deep is the JOHN O'SCOTT and where exactly is it located?

The JOHN O'SCOTT lies at a depth of about 35 meters and is located at coordinates 50 32.033 N,5 16.562 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JOHN O'SCOTT?

The seabed around the JOHN O'SCOTT lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the JOHN O'SCOTT sink?

The JOHN O'SCOTT sank on Sep 18, 1918.

When was the wreck of the JOHN O'SCOTT discovered?

The wreck of the JOHN O'SCOTT was discovered in 1918.

What country did the JOHN O'SCOTT belong to?

The JOHN O'SCOTT belonged to GB.

What cargo was the JOHN O'SCOTT carrying?

The JOHN O'SCOTT was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the JOHN O'SCOTT?

The JOHN O'SCOTT had a tonnage of 1235 tons.

What type of wreck is the JOHN O'SCOTT?

The JOHN O'SCOTT is classified as a steam ship.

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