Caroline Koch Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Caroline koch Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
58 23 N,9 42 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.383333
  • Longitude: -9.700000
Water Depth 1200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CAROLINE KOCH
Type schooner
Flag DK
Tonnage 316
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo salt
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 16, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 22.2.80 NDW PA IN 582300N, 094200W [UND]. (US P/O DTD 16.10.76). NCA. 30.4.90 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS ABOVE. (LLWW1). NCA, FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE FLEETWOOD FOR THORSHAVN. CAPTURED & SUNK BY SUBMARINE OFF NW SCOTLAND. (LLWW1 & WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the CAROLINE KOCH wreck located?

The CAROLINE KOCH wreck is located at coordinates 58 23 N,9 42 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CAROLINE KOCH?

The seabed around the CAROLINE KOCH lies at approximately 1200 meters deep.

When did the CAROLINE KOCH sink?

The CAROLINE KOCH sank on Aug 16, 1917.

When was the wreck of the CAROLINE KOCH discovered?

The wreck of the CAROLINE KOCH was discovered in 1917.

What country did the CAROLINE KOCH belong to?

The CAROLINE KOCH belonged to DK.

What cargo was the CAROLINE KOCH carrying?

The CAROLINE KOCH was carrying salt.

What was the tonnage of the CAROLINE KOCH?

The CAROLINE KOCH had a tonnage of 316 tons.

What type of wreck is the CAROLINE KOCH?

The CAROLINE KOCH is classified as a schooner.