Gloriosa Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Gloriosa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 25.861 N,4 39.234 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.431017
  • Longitude: -4.653900
Water Depth 32 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLORIOSA
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 23
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 11, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1955
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 26.5.55 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 12M N BY E FROM CALDY ISLAND. (WW1SL). POSN 512550N, 043910W FOR FILING ONLY. H3804/72 20.3.78 NOT FOUND DURING MAIN AREA DCS3 SEARCH. (HMS FAWN, HI 41/77). AMEND DEAD. NCA. RSDRA2013000174975 29.9.13 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3. (GARDLINE GEOSURVEY FOR CHANNEL ENERGY LTD, ATLANTIC ARRAY OFSHORE WINDFARM ROS DTD 3.2010 - 5.2010). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED AND SUNK USING BOMBS BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE. (WW1 SL).

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FAQ

Where is the GLORIOSA wreck located?

The GLORIOSA wreck is located at coordinates 51 25.861 N,4 39.234 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GLORIOSA?

The seabed around the GLORIOSA lies at approximately 32 meters deep.

When did the GLORIOSA sink?

The GLORIOSA sank on Aug 11, 1917.

When was the wreck of the GLORIOSA discovered?

The wreck of the GLORIOSA was discovered in 1955.

What country did the GLORIOSA belong to?

The GLORIOSA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the GLORIOSA?

The GLORIOSA had a tonnage of 23 tons.

What type of wreck is the GLORIOSA?

The GLORIOSA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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