Eamont Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Eamont Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 16.479 N,3 22.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.274650
  • Longitude: -3.368167
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EAMONT
Type trawler
Flag GB
Length 35.7 m
Width 7 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 227
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 11, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details POSN 581630N, 032200W APPROX. H0100/40 17.5.72 CARD CANCELLED ON 12.1.67. GIVES POSN AS 581500N, 032600W. (H0100/40, H067/41). THIS POSN PLOTS INLAND.
Last Amended Date Jan 31, 2005

Circumstances of loss

ATTACKED BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT. BOMB FELL INTO THE WHEELHOUSE AND FAILED TO EXPLODE. ABANDONED AND DRIFTED ASHORE 3 CABLES N OF LATHERON WHEEL HARBOUR AND BECAME A TOTAL LOSS. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF THE BOMB BEING REMOVED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the EAMONT wreck located?

The EAMONT wreck is located at coordinates 58 16.479 N,3 22.09 W.

When did the EAMONT sink?

The EAMONT sank on Feb 11, 1941.

When was the wreck of the EAMONT discovered?

The wreck of the EAMONT was discovered in 1941.

What country did the EAMONT belong to?

The EAMONT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the EAMONT?

The EAMONT had a tonnage of 227 tons.

What type of wreck is the EAMONT?

The EAMONT is classified as a trawler.

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