Origen Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Origen Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		47 28 N,8 20 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.466667
  • Longitude: -8.333333
Water Depth 2200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ORIGEN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 3545
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 1, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details M34034 VESSEL SANK IN 472800N, 082000W APPROX. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL WAS EN ROUTE FROM LONDON TO OPORTO, WHEN SHE WAS TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY A SUBMARINE.

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FAQ

Where is the ORIGEN wreck located?

The ORIGEN wreck is located at coordinates 47 28 N,8 20 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ORIGEN?

The seabed around the ORIGEN lies at approximately 2200 meters deep.

When did the ORIGEN sink?

The ORIGEN sank on Jul 1, 1918.

When was the wreck of the ORIGEN discovered?

The wreck of the ORIGEN was discovered in 1918.

What country did the ORIGEN belong to?

The ORIGEN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ORIGEN carrying?

The ORIGEN was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ORIGEN?

The ORIGEN had a tonnage of 3545 tons.

What type of wreck is the ORIGEN?

The ORIGEN is classified as a steam ship.

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