Nantes Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Nantes Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
59 25.96 N,1 9.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.432667
  • Longitude: 1.165000
Water Depth 100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NANTES
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 1580
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo fertiliser: natural and products,timber,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 7, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK IN 592600N, 011000E, APPROX. SUNK 83 MILES ESE OF FAIR ISLE. (WW1SL). H315/27 DELETED FROM CHARTS. 22.1.80 POSN GIVEN AS 593700N, 010400E. (US P/O, 16.10.76).
Last Amended Date Mar 18, 2020

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY U 105. PASSAGE BERGEN FOR WEST HARTLEPOOL. CARGO OF WOOD, NITRATE, SULPHATE, PAPER & DECK CARGO OF TIMBER. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the NANTES wreck located?

The NANTES wreck is located at coordinates 59 25.96 N,1 9.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NANTES?

The seabed around the NANTES lies at approximately 100 meters deep.

When did the NANTES sink?

The NANTES sank on May 7, 1918.

When was the wreck of the NANTES discovered?

The wreck of the NANTES was discovered in 1918.

What country did the NANTES belong to?

The NANTES belonged to GB.

What cargo was the NANTES carrying?

The NANTES was carrying fertiliser: natural and products,timber,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the NANTES?

The NANTES had a tonnage of 1580 tons.

What type of wreck is the NANTES?

The NANTES is classified as a steam ship.