Marguerite Simmone Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Marguerite simmone Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 54.036 N,5 37.059 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.900600
  • Longitude: -5.617650
Water Depth 72 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARGUERITE SIMMONE
Type fishing vessel
Flag BE
Tonnage 70
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 25, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H01001/40 H01001/40 SUNK 8M SE BY S FROM WOLF ROCK. (TRADE DIVISION LIST, NOVEMBER 1940). GIVES POSN 495105N, 053900W. H01001/40 H01001/40 MINED 8M SE BY E FROM WOLF ROCK. (TRADE DIVISION LIST, AMENDMENTS TO FOREIGN VESSELS NO 24, DECEMBER 1943). GIVES POSN 495400N, 053700W. NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H2590/76 17.3.76 H2590/76 17.3.76 NOT FOUND DURING SIDESCAN SWEEP. (HMS HECLA, HI 1A/75). HH091/059/01 1.4.05 HH091/059/01 1.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 1, 2005

Circumstances of loss

MINED 8M SE BY S FROM WOLF ROCK. (TRADE DIVISION LIST, NOVEMBER 1940). MINED 8M SE BY E FROM WOLF ROCK. (TRADE DIVISION LIST, AMENDMENTS TO FOREIGN VESSELS NO 24, DECEMBER 1943). SUNK BY DESTROYERS 8M SE BY E OF WOLF ROCK. (LL WW2). SUNK FOLLOWING A HEAVY GUN ATTACK BY GERMAN MOTOR TORPEDO BOATS 8M SE BY E OF WOLF ROCK. (SHIPWRECK INDEX OF THE BRITISH ISLES).

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FAQ

Where is the MARGUERITE SIMMONE wreck located?

The MARGUERITE SIMMONE wreck is located at coordinates 49 54.036 N,5 37.059 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARGUERITE SIMMONE?

The seabed around the MARGUERITE SIMMONE lies at approximately 72 meters deep.

When did the MARGUERITE SIMMONE sink?

The MARGUERITE SIMMONE sank on Nov 25, 1940.

When was the wreck of the MARGUERITE SIMMONE discovered?

The wreck of the MARGUERITE SIMMONE was discovered in 1940.

What country did the MARGUERITE SIMMONE belong to?

The MARGUERITE SIMMONE belonged to BE.

What cargo was the MARGUERITE SIMMONE carrying?

The MARGUERITE SIMMONE was carrying fish.

What was the tonnage of the MARGUERITE SIMMONE?

The MARGUERITE SIMMONE had a tonnage of 70 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARGUERITE SIMMONE?

The MARGUERITE SIMMONE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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