Hms Gourko Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms gourko Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 3.7 N,2 20.12 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.061667
  • Longitude: 2.335333
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS GOURKO
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 1975
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 4, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1965
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Jul 19, 2017

Surveying Details

H0602/40 20.7.40 INS AS DW IN 510345N, 022012E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) - NM 1794/40. H6567/46 8.11.46 G CONL BUOY WITH TRIANGULAR TOP MARK CLOSE NW OF WK. (PARIS NM 38/3503/46). - NM 3705/46. H6567/46 5.3.51 BUOY NOW BG. (PARIS NM 37/008/50). 1.10.57 BUOY MOVED 1 CABLE NE ON NE 1352. H3221/65 8.10.65 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 6469. DELETED. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

7.8.1914 BUILT IN 1911. PURCHASED AS A CANTEEN SHIP 7.8.1914. SOLD IN 1919. PURCHSED AS A BLOCKSHIP IN 1940. SUNK BY MINE OFF DUNKIRK 4.6.1940.

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FAQ

Where is the HMS GOURKO wreck located?

The HMS GOURKO wreck is located at coordinates 51 3.7 N,2 20.12 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS GOURKO?

The seabed around the HMS GOURKO lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the HMS GOURKO sink?

The HMS GOURKO sank on Jun 4, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HMS GOURKO discovered?

The wreck of the HMS GOURKO was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HMS GOURKO belong to?

The HMS GOURKO belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS GOURKO?

The HMS GOURKO had a tonnage of 1975 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS GOURKO?

The HMS GOURKO is classified as a steam ship.

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