Daydawn Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Daydawn Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 30 N,14 10 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.500000
  • Longitude: -14.166667
Water Depth 650 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DAYDAWN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4768
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 21, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 563000N, 141000W. 4.8.87 4.8.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-103. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the DAYDAWN wreck located?

The DAYDAWN wreck is located at coordinates 56 30 N,14 10 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DAYDAWN?

The seabed around the DAYDAWN lies at approximately 650 meters deep.

When did the DAYDAWN sink?

The DAYDAWN sank on Nov 21, 1940.

When was the wreck of the DAYDAWN discovered?

The wreck of the DAYDAWN was discovered in 1940.

What country did the DAYDAWN belong to?

The DAYDAWN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DAYDAWN?

The DAYDAWN had a tonnage of 4768 tons.

What type of wreck is the DAYDAWN?

The DAYDAWN is classified as a steam ship.

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