Lanthorn Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Lanthorn Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 30.211 N,0 31.503 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.503517
  • Longitude: -0.525050
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LANTHORN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 2299
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 22, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 3M E OF WHITBY. (WW1SL & LL WW1). POSN 543012N, 003124W FOR FILING ONLY. 31.3.09 LANTHORN HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED IN 5430.779N, 0037.145W [SEE 6012]. THIS RECORD AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA. SEP 2017/000002822 3.5.17 NOT LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY 2016. (MMT, HI 1491). NFA.
Last Amended Date May 22, 2017

Circumstances of loss

ON PASSAGE LONDON FOR TYNE. CAPTURED, 3M E OF WHITBY, BY SUBMARINE & SUNK BY BOMBS. (WW1SL & LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the LANTHORN wreck located?

The LANTHORN wreck is located at coordinates 54 30.211 N,0 31.503 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LANTHORN?

The seabed around the LANTHORN lies at approximately 51 meters deep.

When did the LANTHORN sink?

The LANTHORN sank on May 22, 1917.

When was the wreck of the LANTHORN discovered?

The wreck of the LANTHORN was discovered in 1917.

What country did the LANTHORN belong to?

The LANTHORN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LANTHORN?

The LANTHORN had a tonnage of 2299 tons.

What type of wreck is the LANTHORN?

The LANTHORN is classified as a steam ship.

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