Hms Valentine Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Hms valentine Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 20.917 N,3 47.487 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.348617
  • Longitude: 3.791450
Water Depth 1 m
Water Level Effect always dry
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS VALENTINE
Type destroyer
Flag GB
Length 95.1 m
Width 7.9 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 1090
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 15, 1940
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H2127/45 22.1.45 STRANDED WK IN 512058N, 034738E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NE 120. 1953 BROKEN UP IN 1953. ONLY STERN SECTION REMAINS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). 2.11.06 SHOWN IN 5120.917N, 0347.487E [WGD] ON NETH 120 [NOV 2006 EDN, CO-PRODUCTION]. NE 120.
Last Amended Date May 18, 2011

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1917 BY CAMMELL LAIRD & CO. 4 X 4 INCH AA GUNS. YARROW BOILERS & STEAM TURBINES GIVING 27,000SHP. BEACHED AFTER BEING ATTACKED BY GERMAN DIVEBOMBERS WHILE PROVIDING AA DEFENCE TO ALLIED TROOPS. (DOD & WARSHIP LOSSES WW2).

General Comments

ONLY THE STERN REMAINS

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FAQ

Where is the HMS VALENTINE wreck located?

The HMS VALENTINE wreck is located at coordinates 51 20.917 N,3 47.487 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS VALENTINE?

The seabed around the HMS VALENTINE lies at approximately 1 meter deep.

When did the HMS VALENTINE sink?

The HMS VALENTINE sank on May 15, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HMS VALENTINE discovered?

The wreck of the HMS VALENTINE was discovered in 1945.

What country did the HMS VALENTINE belong to?

The HMS VALENTINE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS VALENTINE?

The HMS VALENTINE had a tonnage of 1090 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS VALENTINE?

The HMS VALENTINE is classified as a destroyer.

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