Perseverance Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Perseverance Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 56.037 N,4 14.067 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.933950
  • Longitude: -4.234450
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PERSEVERANCE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 30
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 4, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source other
Surveying Details H2537/28 H2537/28 SUNK 15M S BY W FROM THE EDDYSTONE. (BMVS). NCA. POSN 495600N, 041400W FOR FILING ONLY. H3112/72 10.1.73 H3112/72 10.1.73 NOTHING FOUND ON AREA SONAR SEARCH NOT SEARCHED FOR DUE TO SIZE AND AGE OF WRECK. (HMS HECATE, 1972). HH091/059/01 14.4.05 HH091/059/01 14.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY SUBMARINE AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE 15M S BY W FROM THE EDDYSTONE. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the PERSEVERANCE wreck located?

The PERSEVERANCE wreck is located at coordinates 49 56.037 N,4 14.067 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PERSEVERANCE?

The seabed around the PERSEVERANCE lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the PERSEVERANCE sink?

The PERSEVERANCE sank on Oct 4, 1917.

When was the wreck of the PERSEVERANCE discovered?

The wreck of the PERSEVERANCE was discovered in 1917.

What country did the PERSEVERANCE belong to?

The PERSEVERANCE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PERSEVERANCE?

The PERSEVERANCE had a tonnage of 30 tons.

What type of wreck is the PERSEVERANCE?

The PERSEVERANCE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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