What ship is sunk in the Thames Estuary?

The ship was wrecked on the Nore sandbank in the Thames Estuary, near Sheerness, England, in August 1944, while carrying a cargo of munitions….SS Richard Montgomery.

How many bombs are on the Richard Montgomery?

10,353 bombs
The SS Richard Montgomery has an estimated 10,353 bombs still on-board with an explosive mass of 1400 tonnes of TNT. The wreck risks exploding from another vessel being blown into it, easy suicide bomber attack and a significant internal collapse of the Tween deck cargo on the 7 metre stack of bombs in the holds.

What would happen if the SS Montgomery blew up?

It is believed that if the unexploded ordnance on the SS Richard Montgomery were triggered it could lead to the nearby oil and gas facilities in Sheerness being damaged, the Daily Telegraph reports.

Can you see SS Montgomery from Southend?

Departure from Southend Pier After a swing round the Wreck you will be able to see Sheerness docks , Garrison Fort and the Isle of Grain Martello Tower.

Where is the wreck of SS Richard Montgomery?

The wreck of the SS RICHARD MONTGOMERY remains on the sandbank where she sank. The wreck lies across the tide close to the Medway Approach Channel and her masts are clearly visible above the water at all states of the tide. There are still approximately 1,400 tons of explosives contained within the forward holds.

When did the last bomb fall on London?

From 7 September 1940, London was systematically bombed by the Luftwaffe for 56 of the following 57 days and nights. Most notable was a large daylight attack against London on 15 September….The Blitz.