Viscount Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Viscount Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 26.5 S,59 6 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -52.441667
  • Longitude: -59.100000
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VISCOUNT
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 1271
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 10, 1892
Original Detection Year 1985
Original Source other
Surveying Details 3.3.70 WRECKED ON SEA LION ISLANDS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). POSN 522630S, 590600W APPROX FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

WRECKED ON SEA LION ISLANDS. SEVEN CREW LOST. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the VISCOUNT wreck located?

The VISCOUNT wreck is located at coordinates 52 26.5 S,59 6 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VISCOUNT?

The seabed around the VISCOUNT lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the VISCOUNT sink?

The VISCOUNT sank on Mar 10, 1892.

When was the wreck of the VISCOUNT discovered?

The wreck of the VISCOUNT was discovered in 1985.

What country did the VISCOUNT belong to?

The VISCOUNT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the VISCOUNT?

The VISCOUNT had a tonnage of 1271 tons.

What type of wreck is the VISCOUNT?

The VISCOUNT is classified as a sailing vessel.

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