Multibeam echo sounder survey of the Landing Ship Infantry Empire Broadsword

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Survey DRASSM

Survey DRASSM

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Hoist
130,120
Collapsed mast
130,250
Naval artillery gun

A British gun mounted on a circular base.

160,50
Stern

About 35m long, oriented NS, lying to starboard. Davits for launching the LCAs are embedded in the sand.

310,110
Bow

About 35m long, hull lying to starboard. The interior of the holds is visible from the deck.

1030,550
Naval artillery gun

A British gun mounted on a circular base.

920,640
Central section

About 25m long. Though badly damaged, part of the superstructure with its gangways and ladders can be discerned from the tangle of sheet metal. A portion of the hull, completely overturned and facing east, is located in the centre.

530,672