Lisbon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Lisbon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 41.536 N,0 38.902 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.692267
  • Longitude: 0.648367
Water Depth 48 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LISBON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 70.4 m
Width 11 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 1203
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 30, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details H3411/17 1.6.17 POSN 8M ESE OF ROYAL SOVEREIGN LTV. (HMBT). POSN 5M S OF ROYAL SOVEREIGN LTV. (MATE). NCA. POSN 504130N, 003900E FOR FILING ONLY. H4959/73 11.4.75 NOT FOUND DURING AREA SWEEP. GEN DEPTH 48MTRS. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 55/74). AMENDED TO DEAD. HH091/159/01 3.7.07 NOT LOCATED BY M/B AND MAGNETOMETER. (OSAE, HI 1159). NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 21, 2000

Circumstances of loss

MINED EN ROUTE FROM NEWHAVEN TO BOULOGNE WITH THE LOSS OF ONE LIFE. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the LISBON wreck located?

The LISBON wreck is located at coordinates 50 41.536 N,0 38.902 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LISBON?

The seabed around the LISBON lies at approximately 48 meters deep.

When did the LISBON sink?

The LISBON sank on May 30, 1917.

When was the wreck of the LISBON discovered?

The wreck of the LISBON was discovered in 1917.

What country did the LISBON belong to?

The LISBON belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LISBON carrying?

The LISBON was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the LISBON?

The LISBON had a tonnage of 1203 tons.

What type of wreck is the LISBON?

The LISBON is classified as a steam ship.