Harald Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Harald Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 19.94 N,3 39.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.332333
  • Longitude: -3.651500
Wreck Depth 54 m
Water Depth 71 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HARALD
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 1093
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 30, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H1690/19 16.7.19 H1690/19 16.7.19 NDW IN 492000N, 033900W. (FRENCH NM). H2537/28 24.8.28 H2537/28 24.8.28 AMENDED TO NDW (1916). 9.8.88 9.8.88 AMENDED TO USC PD 54MTRS. (FR WK RECORDS 1987). NC 2668.
Last Amended Date Aug 9, 1988

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED AND SUNK BY SUBMARINE. (WWISL). SUNK BY SUBMARINE 45M OFF BREST WHILST EN ROUTE FROM ALGIERS TO CHERBOURG. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL.17 & LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the HARALD wreck located?

The HARALD wreck is located at coordinates 49 19.94 N,3 39.09 W.

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

The HARALD lies at a depth of about 54 meters and is located at coordinates 49 19.94 N,3 39.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HARALD?

The seabed around the HARALD lies at approximately 71 meters deep.

When did the HARALD sink?

The HARALD sank on Nov 30, 1916.

When was the wreck of the HARALD discovered?

The wreck of the HARALD was discovered in 1916.

What country did the HARALD belong to?

The HARALD belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the HARALD?

The HARALD had a tonnage of 1093 tons.

What type of wreck is the HARALD?

The HARALD is classified as a steam ship.