Union Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Union Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 0 S,52 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -34.000000
  • Longitude: -52.000000
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name UNION
Type sailing vessel
Flag FR
Tonnage 2183
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 28, 1914
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1914
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 22.3.90 22.3.90 SUNK IN 340000S, 520000W APPROX. (LLOYDS & NHB). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE PORT SAID FOR VALPARAISO. CAPTURED BY GERMAN CRUISER KRONPRINZ WILHELM AND SUNK. (WW1SL & NHB).

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FAQ

Where is the UNION wreck located?

The UNION wreck is located at coordinates 34 0 S,52 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the UNION?

The seabed around the UNION lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the UNION sink?

The UNION sank on Oct 28, 1914.

When was the wreck of the UNION discovered?

The wreck of the UNION was discovered in 1914.

What country did the UNION belong to?

The UNION belonged to FR.

What cargo was the UNION carrying?

The UNION was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the UNION?

The UNION had a tonnage of 2183 tons.

What type of wreck is the UNION?

The UNION is classified as a sailing vessel.

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