Cliburn Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Cliburn Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 7.04 N,0 59.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.117333
  • Longitude: -0.984833
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CLIBURN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 440
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 20, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 4.2.75 SUNK 30M SSE OF ST CATHERINE'S POINT. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL 17 & WW1SL). GIVES APPROX POSN 500700N, 005900W FOR FILING ONLY. 15.6.07 DOES NOT EXIST. RECORD CANCELLED. (FRENCH WK RECORDS 2007). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE SWANSEA FOR HONFLEUR. SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE UB 18 30M SSE OF ST CATHERINE'S POINT. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL 17 & WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the CLIBURN wreck located?

The CLIBURN wreck is located at coordinates 50 7.04 N,0 59.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CLIBURN?

The seabed around the CLIBURN lies at approximately 51 meters deep.

When did the CLIBURN sink?

The CLIBURN sank on Oct 20, 1916.

When was the wreck of the CLIBURN discovered?

The wreck of the CLIBURN was discovered in 1916.

What country did the CLIBURN belong to?

The CLIBURN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CLIBURN carrying?

The CLIBURN was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the CLIBURN?

The CLIBURN had a tonnage of 440 tons.

What type of wreck is the CLIBURN?

The CLIBURN is classified as a steam ship.