Dalegarth Force (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Dalegarth force (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 50.981 N,4 42.482 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.849683
  • Longitude: -4.708033
Wreck Depth 20 m
Water Depth 35 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 53.4 m
Width 8.5 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 684
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 18, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source other
Surveying Details 19.4.18 SANK IN 3 MINS IN 505000N, 044400W. (UB TEL SNO PENZANCE). 20.4.18 SANK IN 505000N, 044400W. (IDSA MASTER). 21.4.18 SANK IN APPROX 504800N, 044800W. (TUG REPT FALMOUTH). 22.4.18 SANK 12M SW OF HARTLAND POINT. SANK AT ONCE. (BOT). H7613/52 5.12.52 CHARTED AS NDW PA IN 505000N, 044400W [OGB]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NC 1156. 14.11.72 14.11.72 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 11FMS [20MTRS]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NE 1178. H2979/74 18.6.79 H2979/74 18.6.79 WK REPD IN 505057N, 044225W [OGB] USING DECCA. FF ALSO REPD IN 505106N, 044224W [OGB] USING DECCA. (E. GILES, 16.5.77). NOT SHOWN ON R DAVIS MAGNETOMETER SURVEY OF 1978 IN THIS POSN. CHART AS USCPA 20MTRS IN 505057N, 044225W [OGB]. BR STD. 11.8.11 11.8.11 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 11, 2011

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1914 BY DUNDEE SB CO. OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY WEST COAST SHIPPING CO. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 81 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE TREPORT FOR BARRY. TORPEDOED. 5 MEN LOST. (WW1SL, DODS & SIBI). TORPEDOED BY UB-86 & UB-73 AT THE SAME TIME. (BMS).

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FAQ

Where is the DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 50.981 N,4 42.482 W.

How deep is the DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 20 meters and is located at coordinates 50 50.981 N,4 42.482 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 35 meters deep.

When did the DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY) sink?

The DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY) sank on Apr 18, 1918.

When was the wreck of the DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY) belong to?

The DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY)?

The DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 684 tons.

What type of wreck is the DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY)?

The DALEGARTH FORCE (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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