HMS Hampshire (1903) - Location of Wreck

Location of Wreck

The wreck was designated as a controlled site under the Protection of Military Remains Act. She lies in around 65 m (213 ft) of water off the north west coast of Orkney. In 1983, one propeller and part of a drive shaft were illegally salvaged. The prop was later given to Lyness museum, Orkney after protests.

Read more about this topic:  HMS Hampshire (1903)

Famous quotes containing the word wreck:

    A pseudo-event ... comes about because someone has planned it, planted, or incited it. Typically, it is not a train wreck or an earthquake, but an interview.
    Daniel J. Boorstin (b. 1914)