Mossamedes Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Mossamedes Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 29 S,12 1.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -18.483333
  • Longitude: 12.025000
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MOSSAMEDES
Type liner
Flag PT
Length 121.9 m
Draught 7.8
Tonnage 4615
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 24, 1923
Original Detection Year 1924
Last Detection Year 1927
Original Source naval vessel
Surveying Details H3128/24 6.5.24 H3128/24 6.5.24 ST IN 182900S, 120130E ON ROCK HAVING LESS THAN 6FT AT MLWS. (HMS THISTLE). BR STD. H1207/27 22.2.27 H1207/27 22.2.27 ERASED. (BERLIN 71639). AMENDED TO DEAD. BA 1806 & 1013.
Last Amended Date May 21, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1895 BY A.STEPHEN & SONS WITH TRIPLE-EXPANSION ENGINES OF 2,200IHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY COMPANHIA NACIONAL DE NAVEGACAO. PASSAGE CAPE TOWN FOR LISBON. RAN ASHORE ON THE COAST OF ANGOLA. 31 PEOPLE WERE LOST OF THE 237 PASSANGERS & CREW. (DODS)

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FAQ

Where is the MOSSAMEDES wreck located?

The MOSSAMEDES wreck is located at coordinates 18 29 S,12 1.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MOSSAMEDES?

The seabed around the MOSSAMEDES lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the MOSSAMEDES sink?

The MOSSAMEDES sank on Apr 24, 1923.

When was the wreck of the MOSSAMEDES discovered?

The wreck of the MOSSAMEDES was discovered in 1924.

What country did the MOSSAMEDES belong to?

The MOSSAMEDES belonged to PT.

What was the tonnage of the MOSSAMEDES?

The MOSSAMEDES had a tonnage of 4615 tons.

What type of wreck is the MOSSAMEDES?

The MOSSAMEDES is classified as a liner.

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