Glenesk Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Glenesk Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 54.01 N,10 33.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.900167
  • Longitude: -10.550667
Water Depth 1150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLENESK
Type schooner
Flag NO
Tonnage 1369
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 25, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS OFF NW IRELAND. (WW1SL) SUNK 75M WNW OF EAGLE ISLAND. (LL WW1) 22.2.80 22.2.80 NDW PA IN 555400N, 103300W. (US P/O DATED 16.10.76) NCA, INFORMATION TOO VAGUE TO CHART.

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE WHILST EN-ROUTE GREENOCK TO NEW YORK. (LL WW1, WW1SL)

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FAQ

Where is the GLENESK wreck located?

The GLENESK wreck is located at coordinates 54 54.01 N,10 33.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GLENESK?

The seabed around the GLENESK lies at approximately 1150 meters deep.

When did the GLENESK sink?

The GLENESK sank on Apr 25, 1917.

When was the wreck of the GLENESK discovered?

The wreck of the GLENESK was discovered in 1917.

What country did the GLENESK belong to?

The GLENESK belonged to NO.

What cargo was the GLENESK carrying?

The GLENESK was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the GLENESK?

The GLENESK had a tonnage of 1369 tons.

What type of wreck is the GLENESK?

The GLENESK is classified as a schooner.

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