Palm Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Palm Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 2.69 N,1 44.888 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.044833
  • Longitude: 1.748133
Wreck Depth 20 m
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PALM
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 47
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 11, 1915
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 6-8M ENE OF HAISBOROUGH LIGHT VESSEL. (LLWW1). POSN 530240N, 014500E FOR FILING ONLY, SAME AS FOR YOUNG ADMIRAL. 4.7.72 SHOWN ON DANISH FISHING CHART 5300 [1965 EDN]. HH090/524/01 7.1.92 NOT FOUND. (LAND & MARINE, HI 525). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 6, 2006

Circumstances of loss

ONE OF 6 BRITISH SMACKS CAPTURED & SUNK BY SUBMARINE. CREW FORCED TO ABANDON SHIP. (WW1SL & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the PALM wreck located?

The PALM wreck is located at coordinates 53 2.69 N,1 44.888 E.

How deep is the PALM and where exactly is it located?

The PALM lies at a depth of about 20 meters and is located at coordinates 53 2.69 N,1 44.888 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PALM?

The seabed around the PALM lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the PALM sink?

The PALM sank on Aug 11, 1915.

When was the wreck of the PALM discovered?

The wreck of the PALM was discovered in 1915.

What country did the PALM belong to?

The PALM belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PALM?

The PALM had a tonnage of 47 tons.

What type of wreck is the PALM?

The PALM is classified as a fishing vessel.