Eric Calvert Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Eric calvert Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 4.036 N,5 1.063 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.067267
  • Longitude: -5.017717
Water Depth 59 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ERIC CALVERT
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 82.4 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 5.6
Tonnage 1862
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 22, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1974
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details H2695/18 14.5.18 WK LIES IN APPROX 30FMS AND IS NOT A DANGER TO SURFACE NAVIGATION 4M SSW FROM ST ANTHONY HEAD. (WW1SL). POSN 500400N, 050100W FOR FILING ONLY. H4239/73 15.8.74 SONAR CONTACT, GOOD BOTTOM, OBTAINED IN POSN BUT NOTHING OF E/S AFTER CLOSE EXAMINATION. POSSIBLY WK IN 500413N, 050019W [16285]. (HMS HECATE, 1974). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jul 12, 1999

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT IN 1889 BY W. GRAY & CO., WEST HARTLEPOOL, WAS TORPEDOED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE UB-103 WHILST EN-ROUTE FROM PENARTH TO BOULOGNE. 3 LIVES LOST. (WW1SL & SHIPWRECK INDEX OF THE BRITISH ISLES).

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FAQ

Where is the ERIC CALVERT wreck located?

The ERIC CALVERT wreck is located at coordinates 50 4.036 N,5 1.063 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ERIC CALVERT?

The seabed around the ERIC CALVERT lies at approximately 59 meters deep.

When did the ERIC CALVERT sink?

The ERIC CALVERT sank on Apr 22, 1918.

When was the wreck of the ERIC CALVERT discovered?

The wreck of the ERIC CALVERT was discovered in 1918.

What country did the ERIC CALVERT belong to?

The ERIC CALVERT belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ERIC CALVERT carrying?

The ERIC CALVERT was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the ERIC CALVERT?

The ERIC CALVERT had a tonnage of 1862 tons.

What type of wreck is the ERIC CALVERT?

The ERIC CALVERT is classified as a steam ship.

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