Bronte (Ex-War Coney) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bronte (ex-war coney) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 56.03 N,10 52.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.933833
  • Longitude: -10.867333
Water Depth 166 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRONTE (EX-WAR CONEY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 125.6 m
Tonnage 5317
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 30, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

H095/39 24.11.39 H095/39 POSITION GIVEN AS 495600N, 105200W. (C-IN-C WESTERN APPS, 24.11.39). POSITION GIVEN AS 495600N, 105200W. (N.I.D.). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

27.10.39 BADLY DAMAGED BY TORPEDO ATTACK FROM SUBMARINE U 34 ON 27.10.39. SUNK BY ESCORT AFTER ATTEMPTING TO TOW ON 30.10.39. (C-IN-C WESTERN APPS, 24.11.39 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the BRONTE (EX-WAR CONEY) wreck located?

The BRONTE (EX-WAR CONEY) wreck is located at coordinates 49 56.03 N,10 52.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BRONTE (EX-WAR CONEY)?

The seabed around the BRONTE (EX-WAR CONEY) lies at approximately 166 meters deep.

When did the BRONTE (EX-WAR CONEY) sink?

The BRONTE (EX-WAR CONEY) sank on Oct 30, 1939.

When was the wreck of the BRONTE (EX-WAR CONEY) discovered?

The wreck of the BRONTE (EX-WAR CONEY) was discovered in 1939.

What country did the BRONTE (EX-WAR CONEY) belong to?

The BRONTE (EX-WAR CONEY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BRONTE (EX-WAR CONEY)?

The BRONTE (EX-WAR CONEY) had a tonnage of 5317 tons.

What type of wreck is the BRONTE (EX-WAR CONEY)?

The BRONTE (EX-WAR CONEY) is classified as a steam ship.

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