Hms Uberty Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms uberty Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 24.528 N,1 57.889 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.408800
  • Longitude: 1.964817
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS UBERTY
Type drifter
Flag GB
Tonnage 93
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 8, 1941
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1957
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Jul 20, 2017

Surveying Details

HO3210/45 15.6.45 SONAR CONTACT IN PA 522430N, 015800E. (NORE LIST, 15.6.45). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. 26.11.57 NOT FOUND BY A/S SWEEP OF AREA. (HMS SCOTT, 1951). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA. H1942/80 31.8.82 NOTHING FOUND DURING INTENSIVE SEARCH. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 11). NCA. SEP 2016/000091758 20.7.17 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2016-2017. (GARDLINE, HI 1494). NFA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1912. ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. 1 X 3 PDR GUN. HIRED 1915-1919. HIRED AGAIN AS MINESWEEPER (2 MACHINE GUNS) FROM 11.1939. EMPLOYED AS ARMED PATROL DRIFTER FROM 8.1094. SUNK BY AIR ATTACK. (SRN & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS UBERTY wreck located?

The HMS UBERTY wreck is located at coordinates 52 24.528 N,1 57.889 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS UBERTY?

The seabed around the HMS UBERTY lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the HMS UBERTY sink?

The HMS UBERTY sank on May 8, 1941.

When was the wreck of the HMS UBERTY discovered?

The wreck of the HMS UBERTY was discovered in 1941.

What country did the HMS UBERTY belong to?

The HMS UBERTY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS UBERTY?

The HMS UBERTY had a tonnage of 93 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS UBERTY?

The HMS UBERTY is classified as a drifter.

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