Joseph And William Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Joseph and william Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
54 6.914 N,0 25.792 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.115233
  • Longitude: 0.429867
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JOSEPH AND WILLIAM
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 63
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 15, 1884
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1884
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.8.72 4.8.72 SANK 18M E OF FLAMBOROUGH HEAD. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 540654N, 002554E FOR FILING ONLY. H4064/85 14.1.87 H4064/85 14.1.87 NOT FOUND. CONSIDERED NOT TO EXIST. (UDI GROUP LTD, HI 321A). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 27, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1869. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY W SHEEN, GRIMSBY. PASSAGE GRIMSBY FOR FISHING GROUNDS AND RETURN. FOUNDERED. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the JOSEPH AND WILLIAM wreck located?

The JOSEPH AND WILLIAM wreck is located at coordinates 54 6.914 N,0 25.792 E.

How deep is the seabed around the JOSEPH AND WILLIAM?

The seabed around the JOSEPH AND WILLIAM lies at approximately 51 meters deep.

When did the JOSEPH AND WILLIAM sink?

The JOSEPH AND WILLIAM sank on Oct 15, 1884.

When was the wreck of the JOSEPH AND WILLIAM discovered?

The wreck of the JOSEPH AND WILLIAM was discovered in 1884.

What country did the JOSEPH AND WILLIAM belong to?

The JOSEPH AND WILLIAM belonged to GB.

What cargo was the JOSEPH AND WILLIAM carrying?

The JOSEPH AND WILLIAM was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the JOSEPH AND WILLIAM?

The JOSEPH AND WILLIAM had a tonnage of 63 tons.

What type of wreck is the JOSEPH AND WILLIAM?

The JOSEPH AND WILLIAM is classified as a sailing vessel.