Gauntlet Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Gauntlet Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 41.04 N,3 23.07 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.684000
  • Longitude: -3.384500
Water Depth 72 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GAUNTLET
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 58
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 18, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source other
Surveying Details 27.6.17 27.6.17 SUNK IN APPROX 494100N, 032300W. (AP REPORT, C-IN-C PLYMOUTH, DOCKET M07983). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H8203/19 H8203/19 SUNK 30M NW FROM LES HANOIS. (WW1SL). H03504/51 31.8.51 H03504/51 31.8.51 NOT FOUND DURING SEARCH FOR 'AFFRAY'. HH090/912/01 20.11.01 HH090/912/01 20.11.01 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 912). AMENDED DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 20, 2001

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY SUBMARINE 30M NW OF LES HANOIS LTHO., GUERNSEY, WHILST EN ROUTE FROM ST MALO TO PAR. (LL WW1). CAPTURED & SUNK BY SUBMARINE 30M NW FROM LES HANOIS, GUERNSEY. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the GAUNTLET wreck located?

The GAUNTLET wreck is located at coordinates 49 41.04 N,3 23.07 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GAUNTLET?

The seabed around the GAUNTLET lies at approximately 72 meters deep.

When did the GAUNTLET sink?

The GAUNTLET sank on Jun 18, 1917.

When was the wreck of the GAUNTLET discovered?

The wreck of the GAUNTLET was discovered in 1917.

What country did the GAUNTLET belong to?

The GAUNTLET belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the GAUNTLET?

The GAUNTLET had a tonnage of 58 tons.

What type of wreck is the GAUNTLET?

The GAUNTLET is classified as a sailing vessel.