SS maidan 2023

Описание: Apocalyptrip-2 Diving Egypt wrecks. Dan research MAIDAN

The Loss of the Maidan: Under command of Irishman Captain Nicholas Breen and with a crew of 100, the Maidan had travelled Calcutta in April 1923. On 22 May they departed Calcutta and arrived at Port Sudan on 7 June. They sailed again at 0030 hrs 9 June 1923. The weather was fine, clear and moderate and the ship maintained a speed of 10.5 knots. At 1845 hrs the First Mate took bearings which showed the Maidan to be 2½ miles west of her intended route. The Captain, however, was satisfied with their course. At 2330 hrs Breen went to his cabin leaving orders to be called when St. John’s Island was sighted. At 0126 hrs 10 June the Second Officer was in charge of the watch when St John’s was sighted dead ahead at a distance as 8-10 miles. He immediately altered course and called the Captain but Breen did nothing! Shortly afterwards, discoloured water was seen off the port bow and the Maidan struck Rocky Island at 0139 hrs. At 1910 hrs 10 June 1923 the Maidan slipped off the reef and sank.

Diving the Maidan: This wreck is found at depths of between 80-120m and may, therefore, only be visited by those with the prerequisite technical diving qualifications and experience. The vessel itself is very badly damaged though basically in one piece and lying on its side.