Batoum Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Batoum Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 16.52 N,9 33.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.275333
  • Longitude: -9.550667
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BATOUM
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4054
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 19, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

SUNK 6 MILES S OF FASTNET. (WW1SL). POSN 5116.5N, 0933.0W FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED.

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FAQ

Where is the BATOUM wreck located?

The BATOUM wreck is located at coordinates 51 16.52 N,9 33.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BATOUM?

The seabed around the BATOUM lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When did the BATOUM sink?

The BATOUM sank on Jun 19, 1917.

When was the wreck of the BATOUM discovered?

The wreck of the BATOUM was discovered in 1917.

What country did the BATOUM belong to?

The BATOUM belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BATOUM?

The BATOUM had a tonnage of 4054 tons.

What type of wreck is the BATOUM?

The BATOUM is classified as a steam ship.

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