Halberdier Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Halberdier Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 41 N,5 32 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.683333
  • Longitude: -5.533333
Wreck Depth 55 m
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HALBERDIER
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 70.1 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 4.6
Tonnage 1049
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 6, 1918
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1982
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Oct 14, 1982

Surveying Details

M3254 1918 ABOUT 6M SW FROM 523300N, 051700W IN 524100N, 053200W. (MASTER). INS ON CHARTS. POSN 27M W BY N FROM BARDSEY ISLAND. H3087/59 25.6.59 H3087/59 25.6.59 NO ASDIC ECHO RECEIVED. (HMS VIDAL). NCA. H3058/53 18.5.53 H3058/53 18.5.53 SHOWN AS NDW PA ON NC 1410. 24.11.72 24.11.72 AMEND TO WK USC PA 30FMS. NE 1410. H1935/80 7.10.82 H1935/80 7.10.82 NOT LOCATED. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 3). AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U61 WITH LOSS OF 5 LIVES. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the HALBERDIER wreck located?

The HALBERDIER wreck is located at coordinates 52 41 N,5 32 W.

How deep is the HALBERDIER and where exactly is it located?

The HALBERDIER lies at a depth of about 55 meters and is located at coordinates 52 41 N,5 32 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HALBERDIER?

The seabed around the HALBERDIER lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the HALBERDIER sink?

The HALBERDIER sank on Jan 6, 1918.

When was the wreck of the HALBERDIER discovered?

The wreck of the HALBERDIER was discovered in 1918.

What country did the HALBERDIER belong to?

The HALBERDIER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HALBERDIER?

The HALBERDIER had a tonnage of 1049 tons.

What type of wreck is the HALBERDIER?

The HALBERDIER is classified as a steam ship.

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