Eagle (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Eagle (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 44.685 N,0 50.397 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.744750
  • Longitude: -0.839950
Wreck Depth 0.4 m
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EAGLE (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 23.2 m
Width 6.4 m
Sonar Length 24.4
Sonar Width 3.7
Tonnage 153
Tonnage Type builders' measurement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 27, 1703
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1984
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source survey vessel
Last Amended Date Nov 11, 2013

Surveying Details

H2038/82 16.2.84 OBSTN 0.4MTRS IN 504439N, 005018.5W [OGB]. (SCESU, HI 111). BR STD. 17.4.90 APPROX 80FT OF WOODEN KEEL, SOME 12FT BEAM AT WIDEST POINT, AND OTHER TIMBERS LOCATED IN 504429N, 015018W APPROX. MUSKET BALLS AND BUTTONS ALSO FOUND. POSSIBLY THE REMAINS OF THE EAGLE. (MESSRS HAUGH, APPLICATION FOR DESIGNATION OF SITE). PROBABLY THIS OBSTN. 27.7.90 NOTHING FOUND IN POSN REPORTED BY THE HAUGHS. SEARCH AREA BEING WIDENED. (ADU, VERBAL REPORT AT MEETING, 26.7.90). 14.12.90 NOT FOUND DURING E/S, MAGNETOMETER AND DIVING SEARCH IN POSN REPORTED BY THE HAUGHS. (ADU REPORT 077, 28.11.90). NCA. 16.10.08 [EUT] POSN: 5044.685N, 0050.397W. NE 3418. 14.10.13 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1437). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

'ADVICE BOAT' WRECKED ON SUSSEX COAST. (COLLEDGE).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 44.685 N,0 50.397 W
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FAQ

Where is the EAGLE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The EAGLE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 44.685 N,0 50.397 W.

How deep is the EAGLE (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The EAGLE (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 0.4 meters and is located at coordinates 50 44.685 N,0 50.397 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EAGLE (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the EAGLE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the EAGLE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The EAGLE (POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 27, 1703.

When was the wreck of the EAGLE (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the EAGLE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1984.

What country did the EAGLE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The EAGLE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the EAGLE (POSSIBLY)?

The EAGLE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 153 tons.

What type of wreck is the EAGLE (POSSIBLY)?

The EAGLE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.

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