Coronation Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Coronation Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 5.014 N,0 16.893 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.083567
  • Longitude: 0.281550
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CORONATION
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 19
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 25, 1918
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details H3752/26 11.6.26 INS AS NDWPA IN 540500N, 001700E. BR STD. 20.3.72 AMEND USCPA 28MTRS. NC 121. 3.7.72 WK SHOWN IN 540500N, 001700E ON DANISH FISHERIES CHART 5400 [1965 EDN]. 19.3.80 AMEND NDWPA. NE 121. 9.3.81 NOT LOCATED DURING DCS3 AREA SEARCH. FULL COVERAGE OBTAINED. NO FURTHER SEARCH CONSIDERED NECESSARY. (SOISS, HI 65/80). AMEND DEAD. BR STD. SEP 2016/000053291 4.10.16 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET. (MMT, HI1473). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Oct 4, 2016

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD. OIL ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE FOR FISHING GROUNDS. CAPTURED BY SUBMARINE AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE. CREW ORDERED TO ABANDON SHIP. (LWW1 & SIBI).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the CORONATION wreck located?

The CORONATION wreck is located at coordinates 54 5.014 N,0 16.893 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CORONATION?

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

When did the CORONATION sink?

The CORONATION sank on May 25, 1918.

When was the wreck of the CORONATION discovered?

The wreck of the CORONATION was discovered in 1918.

What country did the CORONATION belong to?

The CORONATION belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CORONATION carrying?

The CORONATION was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the CORONATION?

The CORONATION had a tonnage of 19 tons.

What type of wreck is the CORONATION?

The CORONATION is classified as a fishing vessel.

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