Boy Jack Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Boy jack Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 39.5 N,2 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.658333
  • Longitude: 2.500000
Water Depth 47 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOY JACK
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 57
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 26, 1918
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source other
Surveying Details H4336/18 26.7.18 H4336/18 NDW PA IN 523930N, 023000E, OR 4.5M E FROM CROSS SAND LTV. (LOWESTOFT TELECON 26.7.18). BR STD. H4336/18 31.7.18 H4336/18,H8203/19 31.7.18 POSN NOW REPD AS 4-5M E FROM CROSS SAND LTV.
Last Amended Date Apr 1, 6984

Circumstances of loss

WOODEN CONTRUCTION, CAPTURED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE USING EXLOSIVES. 3 MEN LOST. (LL WW1 & SIBI).

General Comments

GODESGENADE

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FAQ

Where is the BOY JACK wreck located?

The BOY JACK wreck is located at coordinates 52 39.5 N,2 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BOY JACK?

The seabed around the BOY JACK lies at approximately 47 meters deep.

When did the BOY JACK sink?

The BOY JACK sank on Jul 26, 1918.

When was the wreck of the BOY JACK discovered?

The wreck of the BOY JACK was discovered in 1918.

What country did the BOY JACK belong to?

The BOY JACK belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BOY JACK?

The BOY JACK had a tonnage of 57 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOY JACK?

The BOY JACK is classified as a trawler.

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