Malvern Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Malvern Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 29 S,58 54 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -52.483333
  • Longitude: -58.900000
Water Depth 75 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MALVERN
Type barque
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 28, 1868
Original Detection Year 1970
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 3.3.70 ANCHORED OFF SEA LION ISLANDS ON FIRE, ABANDONED BY CREW, WHO REACHED STANLEY. ASSUMED SUNK IN 522900S, 585400W APPROX. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). POSN 522900S, 585400W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT FIRE, MANAGED TO SAIL BACK TO THE SEA LION ISLANDS TO ANCHOR. CREW TOOK TO BOATS & ROWED TO STANLEY. ASSUMED SUNK. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the MALVERN wreck located?

The MALVERN wreck is located at coordinates 52 29 S,58 54 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MALVERN?

The seabed around the MALVERN lies at approximately 75 meters deep.

When did the MALVERN sink?

The MALVERN sank on Oct 28, 1868.

When was the wreck of the MALVERN discovered?

The wreck of the MALVERN was discovered in 1970.

What country did the MALVERN belong to?

The MALVERN belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the MALVERN?

The MALVERN is classified as a barque.

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