Paul Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Paul Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 24.178 N,0 25.686 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.402967
  • Longitude: -0.428100
Water Depth 38 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PAUL
Type steam ship
Flag BE
Tonnage 659
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 26, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date May 24, 2017

Surveying Details

30.9.18 ABREAST WHITBY HIGH LT 0.25M FROM LAND. (B OF T). 5.10.18 POSN 542445N, 002800W. LOCATED & MARKED BY 2 DAN BUOYS. (PORT MS CAPT VAEC). 11.10.18 POSN 542410N, 002535W. LIES IN 22FMS. (VAEC). H3752/26 11.6.26 INS NDW (1918) (PA). H4593/59 10.11.59 AMEND TO NDW (PA). NC 1200. 28.8.73 AMEND TO USCPA 28.0MTRS. NC 129. H4069/72 3.12.75 NOT LOCATED DURING SURVEY. (RISDON BEAZLEY MARINE LTD HN 13.11.75). DELETED. HH090/730/01 14.11.97 NOT SURVEYED AS LIES WITHIN FISHING AREA EXCLUSION ZONE. (GARDLINE, HI 730). NCA. SEP 2017/000002822 24.5.17 NOT LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY 2016. (MMT, HI 1491). RETAIN DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE AND SHATTERED.

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FAQ

Where is the PAUL wreck located?

The PAUL wreck is located at coordinates 54 24.178 N,0 25.686 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PAUL?

The seabed around the PAUL lies at approximately 38 meters deep.

When did the PAUL sink?

The PAUL sank on Sep 26, 1918.

When was the wreck of the PAUL discovered?

The wreck of the PAUL was discovered in 1918.

What country did the PAUL belong to?

The PAUL belonged to BE.

What cargo was the PAUL carrying?

The PAUL was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the PAUL?

The PAUL had a tonnage of 659 tons.

What type of wreck is the PAUL?

The PAUL is classified as a steam ship.

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