Caliph Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Caliph Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 24.42 N,8 31.99 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.407000
  • Longitude: -8.533167
Wreck Depth 70 m
Water Depth 85 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CALIPH
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 226
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 2, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Feb 17, 2020

Surveying Details

SUNK 12M S OF OLD HEAD OF KINSALE. (WW2 SL). POSN 512424N, 083157W. 13.3.78 INS AS WK USC 70MTRS IN 512424N, 083157W [OSI]. NC 2049. 29.12.00 AMEND TO WK USC PA 70MTRS. BR STD. 2.5.05 EUT POSN: 5124.420N, 0831.990W. NE 1765.

Circumstances of loss

ATTACKED AND BOMBED BY AIRCRAFT. SANK 1 HOUR LATER APPROX 4M FROM ATTACK POSN. 1 LIFE LOST. (WW2 SL). STEEL STEAM TRAWLER WITH 3 CYLINDER TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, 1 BOILER, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE MILFORD HAVEN FOR FISHING GROUNDS. 1 OF 11 CREW LOST. (SII)

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FAQ

Where is the CALIPH wreck located?

The CALIPH wreck is located at coordinates 51 24.42 N,8 31.99 W.

How deep is the CALIPH and where exactly is it located?

The CALIPH lies at a depth of about 70 meters and is located at coordinates 51 24.42 N,8 31.99 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CALIPH?

The seabed around the CALIPH lies at approximately 85 meters deep.

When did the CALIPH sink?

The CALIPH sank on Nov 2, 1941.

When was the wreck of the CALIPH discovered?

The wreck of the CALIPH was discovered in 1941.

What country did the CALIPH belong to?

The CALIPH belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CALIPH carrying?

The CALIPH was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the CALIPH?

The CALIPH had a tonnage of 226 tons.

What type of wreck is the CALIPH?

The CALIPH is classified as a trawler.

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