Gjertrud Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Gjertrud Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 57.036 N,5 15.061 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.950600
  • Longitude: -5.251017
Water Depth 33 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GJERTRUD
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 53 m
Width 7.9 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 593
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 1, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 7.10.18 SUNK APPROX 2M W OF LIZARD. (BOT WR 8/342 & DOCKET M46053). NCA. POSN 495700N, 051500W FOR FILING ONLY. H2193/74 2.4.74 NOT FOUND DURING SURVEY. (HMS WOODLARK, R-OF-S, 20.12.73). H2979/74 10.8.77 NO INDICATION OF WK IN ABOVE POSN AFTER MAGNETOMETER SEARCH. (E GILES, 3.8.77). SEP 2016/000091765 27.10.16 NOT LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY. (MMT, HI 1500). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Oct 27, 2016

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY SUBMARINE. (WW1SL). SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE APPROX 2M W OF THE LIZARD WHILST EN ROUTE FROM NEWPORT TO ST MALO. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the GJERTRUD wreck located?

The GJERTRUD wreck is located at coordinates 49 57.036 N,5 15.061 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GJERTRUD?

The seabed around the GJERTRUD lies at approximately 33 meters deep.

When did the GJERTRUD sink?

The GJERTRUD sank on Oct 1, 1918.

When was the wreck of the GJERTRUD discovered?

The wreck of the GJERTRUD was discovered in 1918.

What country did the GJERTRUD belong to?

The GJERTRUD belonged to NO.

What cargo was the GJERTRUD carrying?

The GJERTRUD was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the GJERTRUD?

The GJERTRUD had a tonnage of 593 tons.

What type of wreck is the GJERTRUD?

The GJERTRUD is classified as a steam ship.