England Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
England Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
36 24.5 N,11 13 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.408333
  • Longitude: 11.216667
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ENGLAND
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 3798
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 23, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 40M S BY E FROM C. BON, 362430N, 111300E APPROX. (WW1SL). SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 362000N, 111500E. (LLWW1). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 2, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM CARDIFF FOR MALTA. CAPTURED & SUNK BY SUBMARINE. MASTER & TWO CREW KILLED. (LLWW1 & WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the ENGLAND wreck located?

The ENGLAND wreck is located at coordinates 36 24.5 N,11 13 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ENGLAND?

The seabed around the ENGLAND lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the ENGLAND sink?

The ENGLAND sank on May 23, 1917.

When was the wreck of the ENGLAND discovered?

The wreck of the ENGLAND was discovered in 1917.

What country did the ENGLAND belong to?

The ENGLAND belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ENGLAND?

The ENGLAND had a tonnage of 3798 tons.

What type of wreck is the ENGLAND?

The ENGLAND is classified as a motor vessel.