Hms Birch Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms birch Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 41.526 N,2 9.887 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.692100
  • Longitude: 2.164783
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS BIRCH
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 215
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 23, 1916
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1969
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS OFFSHORE FROM GT YARMOUTH. (LLWW1, SIBI). NCA YET. H4282/26 INS AS NDW (PA) (1916) IN 524130N, 021000E. BA 1094. H3730/69 19.9.69 NOT FOUND IN GENERAL SONAR SEARCH OF AREA. NO EXTENSIVE SEARCH. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 47/68). DELETE. NE 1504. 21.11.72 SHOWN IN 524130N, 020950E [EUR] ON NETH FISHERIES CHART 1954. [RECD 7.11.72]. NCA. HH090/616/01 15.9.94 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 616). NCA. SEP 2014/000101130 2.1.15 NOT LOCATED 2014 USING M/B & MAGNETOMETER. (GARDLINE GEOSURVEY, HI 1428). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1912. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. HIRED IN 1914. (LLWW1, SIBI & SRN).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS BIRCH wreck located?

The HMS BIRCH wreck is located at coordinates 52 41.526 N,2 9.887 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS BIRCH?

The seabed around the HMS BIRCH lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the HMS BIRCH sink?

The HMS BIRCH sank on Aug 23, 1916.

When was the wreck of the HMS BIRCH discovered?

The wreck of the HMS BIRCH was discovered in 1916.

What country did the HMS BIRCH belong to?

The HMS BIRCH belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS BIRCH?

The HMS BIRCH had a tonnage of 215 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS BIRCH?

The HMS BIRCH is classified as a trawler.

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