King John Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
King john ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 7.635 N,1 20.397 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.127250
  • Longitude: 1.339950
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KING JOHN II
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 21, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 1998
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 13, 2000

Surveying Details

24.7.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 510736N, 012030E. TRYING TO RAISE. (LL, 24.7.75). NCA YET, AWAIT FURTHER. POSN FOR FILING ONLY, 16.6.98 POSN NOW PLOTS ON LAND IN DOVER CARGO TERMINAL. AMENDED TO DEAD. NE 1698.

Circumstances of loss

23.7.75 SANK AT BERTH IN EASTERN DOCKS DOVER. (LL, 23.7.75).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL, POSN NOW PLOTS ON RECLAIMED LAND

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FAQ

Where is the KING JOHN II wreck located?

The KING JOHN II wreck is located at coordinates 51 7.635 N,1 20.397 E.

When did the KING JOHN II sink?

The KING JOHN II sank on Jul 21, 1975.

When was the wreck of the KING JOHN II discovered?

The wreck of the KING JOHN II was discovered in 1975.

What country did the KING JOHN II belong to?

The KING JOHN II belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the KING JOHN II?

The KING JOHN II is classified as a motor vessel.

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