Clan Davidson Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Clan davidson Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 11 N,8 28.75 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.183333
  • Longitude: -8.479167
Water Depth 190 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CLAN DAVIDSON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 131.1 m
Width 16.2 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 6486
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,foodstuffs: preserved,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 24, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

SUNK 130M SW BY W 1/4 W FROM THE SCILLY ISLES. (WW1SL). 481400N, 083600W, APPROX. H4551/76 20.10.76 H4551/76 20.10.76 'CLAN DAVIDSON' REPD LOCATED IN 481100N, 082845W. LEAST DEPTH OVER WK 585FT [178MTRS] IN GEN DEPTH 620FT [190MTRS] APPROX. (F HINES, RISDON BEAZLEY - VISIT TO OFFICE 15.8.76). NCA.2.5.01 DUPLICATE WK RECORD. AMENDED TO DEAD. SEE WK RECORD [25013].

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE WHILE ON PASSAGE AUSTRALIA TO LONDON.

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FAQ

Where is the CLAN DAVIDSON wreck located?

The CLAN DAVIDSON wreck is located at coordinates 48 11 N,8 28.75 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CLAN DAVIDSON?

The seabed around the CLAN DAVIDSON lies at approximately 190 meters deep.

When did the CLAN DAVIDSON sink?

The CLAN DAVIDSON sank on Jun 24, 1917.

When was the wreck of the CLAN DAVIDSON discovered?

The wreck of the CLAN DAVIDSON was discovered in 1917.

What country did the CLAN DAVIDSON belong to?

The CLAN DAVIDSON belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CLAN DAVIDSON carrying?

The CLAN DAVIDSON was carrying general and mixed goods,foodstuffs: preserved,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the CLAN DAVIDSON?

The CLAN DAVIDSON had a tonnage of 6486 tons.

What type of wreck is the CLAN DAVIDSON?

The CLAN DAVIDSON is classified as a steam ship.

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